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tooth
/tuːθ/
The primary image is one of hardness, utility, and penetration. In a biological context, it carries connotations of growth (baby teeth), decay, or aggression (baring one's teeth). When applied to inanimate objects like gears or combs, the word shifts toward mechanical precision and interlocking functions. It describes any repetitive, pointed projection designed to grip, cut, or separate. Unlike 'spike' or 'prong', a tooth implies it is part of a series or a cohesive set working together as a system.
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Yo, just heads up. I totally botched the gear and snapped a tooth off.
What? We need to pivot our strategy on this repair ASAP.