toothshell

/ˈtuːʃɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of shell or casing, especially one used to enclose or protect a tooth or a similar object.

“The dentist carefully removed the toothshell to examine the tooth underneath.”

Synonyms

  • casing
  • enclosure
  • shell

Antonyms

  • exposed
  • unprotected