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Bruxism
is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
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Word Origin & History
bruxism
"grinding the teeth unconsciously," from Gk. ebryxa, aorist root of brykein "to gnash the teeth."
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Medical Dictionary
bruxism brux·ism (brŭk'sĭz'əm)
n.
The habitual involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth, usually during sleep, as from anger, tension, fear, or frustration.
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Science Dictionary
bruxism  (brŭk'sĭz'əm) Pronunciation Key
The habitual, involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth, usually during sleep and sometimes associated wth stress. |
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