mastication

Noun

The process of chewing food thoroughly with the teeth.

ریشه

From Latin 'masticationem', noun of action from 'masticare' (to chew), from Greek 'mastikhan' (to grind the teeth).

مثال

• Proper mastication helps in better digestion.
• The dentist explained the importance of good mastication.
• Some animals have specialized teeth for efficient mastication.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Proper mastication Efficient mastication Insufficient mastication