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Definition of teether

teether

/ˈtiːðər/
teeth · er
Plural:teethers
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teether Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A small, safe object or toy designed for an infant to bite or chew on in order to soothe sore gums while new teeth are emerging.

Example

"The pediatrician suggested keeping a chilled silicone teether in the refrigerator to help soothe the baby's sore gums."

2

A baby or young animal whose teeth are currently growing and breaking through the gums.

Example

"Our youngest puppy is an active teether right now, so we have to keep all our shoes out of reach."

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• Nearby Words

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