teethe

verb

teethed; teething

intransitive verb

: to experience the emergence of one's teeth through the gums

Examples of teethe in a Sentence

The baby is starting to teethe.
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Word History

Etymology

back-formation from teething

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of teethe was in the 15th century

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“Teethe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teethe. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

teethe

verb
teethed; teething
: to experience the emergence of one's teeth through the gums : grow teeth

Medical Definition

teethe

intransitive verb
teethed; teething
: to cut one's teeth : grow teeth

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