Meaning of the word "wisdom tooth" in English
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wisdom tooth
US /ˈwɪz.dəm ˌtuːθ/
UK /ˈwɪz.dəm ˌtuːθ/
Noun
1.
each of the four rearmost molars on either side of the upper and lower jaws, which usually emerge at late adolescence or early adulthood.
Example:
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My dentist said I need to get my wisdom tooth extracted.
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Some people never develop wisdom teeth.
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