noun
- the process of a baby’s teeth breaking through the gums
- projecting stones or bricks left in a wall to bond with future construction
Usage: construction
Examples
- The baby was fussy during toothing and kept chewing on everything.
- Toothing can be a difficult time for both infants and parents.
- The mason left toothing stones at the end of the wall.
- Proper toothing ensures a strong connection between old and new masonry.
- The architect specified where toothing should be placed for the addition.
- Without adequate toothing, the wall extension might separate over time.