How Do You Spell EBUR DENTIS?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛbɜː dˈɛntiz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "ebur dentis" can be confusing for those unfamiliar with Latin. It is actually two Latin words combined, "ebur" meaning ivory and "dentis" meaning tooth. The pronunciation of this word can be broken down using the International Phonetic Alphabet as /ˈiː.bər ˈdɛn.tɪs/, with emphasis on the first syllable of both words. This word is commonly used in biology and medicine to describe ivory-like structures found in teeth and bones.

EBUR DENTIS Meaning and Definition

1. Dentin, substantia eburnean.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of EBUR DENTIS

The word "ebur dentis" comes from Latin. "Ebur" means "ivory" and "dentis" means "tooth". Therefore, "ebur dentis" translates to "tooth of ivory" in English.