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bridgework

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A partial denture that is anchored to existing teeth.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: dentistry, medicine, sciences

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The construction or repair of bridges.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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3

noun

Meaning 3

The component parts of a bridge.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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4

noun

Meaning 4

a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: bridge

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: denture, dental plate, plate

History

Etymology

From bridge + -work.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Russian: зубной мост — A partial denture that is anchored to existing teeth