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bruxism

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun bruxism has 1 sense
  1. bruxism - involuntarily or unconsciously clenching or grinding the teeth, typically during sleep
    --1 is a kind of
    action

Definitions from the Web

Bruxism

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The involuntary grinding or clenching of one's teeth, typically during sleep.

Example sentence:

"Many individuals suffering from stress or anxiety may develop bruxism as a result."


Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The sound or act of grinding or clenching one's teeth.

Example sentence:

"The dentist could hear the bruxism of the patient's teeth as they examined them."


Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A condition in which a person excessively or habitually grinds or clenches their teeth.

Example sentence:

"My dentist suggested wearing a mouthguard to prevent further damage caused by my bruxism."


Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or connected with bruxism.

Example sentence:

"She visited a specialty clinic for the treatment of her bruxism-related symptoms."


Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to the popular or local practice of teeth grinding.

Example sentence:

"The traditional remedies used in local bruxism treatments have been passed down through generations."


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