untoothed
- adjective
- /ˌʌnˈtuːtʰd/
- The leaf margins are untoothed and appear smooth to the touch.
Examples
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This species is recognized by its untoothed jawline, unlike its close relatives.
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He prefers an untoothed edge for a cleaner cut.
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The craftsman preferred untoothed blades for making precise cuts in soft wood.
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The untoothed blade glided effortlessly through the paper.
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The leaf margins are untoothed and appear smooth to the touch.
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He prefers an untoothed edge for a cleaner cut.
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The craftsman preferred untoothed blades for making precise cuts in soft wood.
Synonyms
Having no teeth in the mouth
A smooth surface or edge with no notches
A smooth metal edge without ridges, like some old coins
Having a smooth surface without cuts or marks
Having few or no teeth
Having few or no teeth
Having few or no teeth
Antonyms
How Serrated
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Untoothed is made of un- meaning 'not' and tooth meaning 'a tooth' or a small 'point' along an edge. So, like toothless, untoothed describes something with a smooth edge and no small notches.