Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

edentulous

Adjective

/ɪˈdɛntjʊləs/

Definition

Lacking teeth; toothless.

Examples

After several years of dental issues, she became edentulous and found it difficult to chew her food.
The edentulous patient was recommended to use dentures for better oral function.
In the dental examination, the doctor noted that the patient was completely edentulous in the upper jaw.

Meaning

The term edentulous is used to describe a person or creature that does not have any teeth, often due to natural loss, medical conditions, or other reasons.