We have found multiple words dent. Choose the one you are looking for and click on the link in its Dictionary entry column to see its detailed etymology.
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| dent | English | (Noun Verb) (by extension, informal) A sudden negative change, such as loss, damage, weakening, consumption or diminution, especially one produced by an external force, event or action. A shallow [...](by extension, informal) A sudden negative change, such as loss, damage, weakening, consumption or diminution, especially one produced by an external force, event or action. A shallow [...] |
| dent | English | (Noun) (engineering) A tooth, as of a card, a gear wheel, etc.. (weaving) A slot or a wire in a reed.(engineering) A tooth, as of a card, a gear wheel, etc.. (weaving) A slot or a wire in a reed. |
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