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Denticle

Noun

Sense 1: A small tooth or tooth-like projection, especially on the surface of an animal or plant.

Example sentence: The shark's skin is covered with denticles which reduce drag while swimming.

Noun

Sense 2: A small scale-like structure found on the wings or body of certain insects.

Example sentence: The dragonfly's wings are adorned with colorful denticles that help maintain flight stability.

Noun

Sense 3: A device used for removing debris from teeth during dental procedures.

Example sentence: The dentist used a specialized denticle to remove the stubborn plaque from the patient's teeth.

Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to or resembling a denticle.

Example sentence: The intricate pattern on the seashell had a denticle-like appearance.

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