brux|ism

brux|ism
brux|ism «BRUHK sihz uhm», noun.
habitual grinding of teeth, especially during sleep: »

Bruxism may be the cause of periodontal (gum) disease (Science News Letter).

[< Greek brýchein gnash teeth + English -ism]

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  • brux — brux·el·lois; brux·ism; …   English syllables

  • bruxism — brux·ism …   English syllables

  • bruxism — brux•ism [[t]ˈbrʌk sɪz əm[/t]] n. den pat habitual, purposeless clenching and grinding of the teeth • Etymology: 1935–40; < Gk *brȳx(is) a gnashing of teeth …   From formal English to slang

  • Bruxism — Grinding and gnashing the teeth. Bruxism is due to clenching of the teeth other than in chewing and is associated with forceful lateral or protrusive jaw movements. This results in grinding or rubbing the teeth together. Bruxism usually occurs… …   Medical dictionary

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