Definitions

1. verb

to add fluoride to (water, toothpaste, etc.) for the purpose of preventing tooth decay

“The city decided to fluoridise the water supply to promote public oral health.”

2. verb

to cause (tooth decay, etc.) to be prevented or reduced by adding fluoride

“Regular brushing and the fluoridisation of drinking water have significantly reduced tooth decay in the region.”

3. noun

the act of adding fluoride to (water, toothpaste, etc.)

“The fluoridisation of the city’s water supply was a major public health initiative.”