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Definition of bucktooth

bucktooth

/ˈbʌk.tuːθ/
buck · tooth
Plural:buckteeth
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Adjective:bucktoothed
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bucktooth Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A large, prominent upper front tooth that protrudes outward beyond the lower teeth (usually used in the plural).

Example

"The orthodontist recommended braces to gradually align the child's protruding buckteeth."

Word Nuance & Usage

Most commonly used in the plural form 'buckteeth' or as the compound adjective 'bucktoothed'. Because the term is informal and can carry disparaging connotations when describing a person's appearance, dental professionals prefer clinical terms such as 'overjet' or 'protruding incisors'.

• Nearby Words

buckskin
buckskins
buckthorn
bucktooth
bucktoothed
buckwheat
bud

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century as a compound of 'buck' and 'tooth', likely comparing prominent upper incisors to the large, protruding front teeth of a buck rabbit.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bucktooth. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bucktooth
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