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molar

[ˈmoʊlər]

molar Definition

  • 1a large, flat tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food
  • 2relating to or situated in the region of the molars

Using molar: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "molar" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I have a cavity in my molar.

  • Example

    Molars are important for chewing and grinding food.

  • Example

    The dentist recommended removing the wisdom molars.

molar Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for molar

Phrases with molar

  • a rare type of pregnancy where a non-viable fertilized egg implants in the uterus and forms a tumor

    Example

    She was diagnosed with a molar pregnancy after experiencing abnormal symptoms.

  • the mass of one mole of a substance

    Example

    The molar mass of water is 18 grams per mole.

  • the amount of a substance per unit volume of a solution, expressed in moles per liter

    Example

    The molar concentration of the solution is 0.1 M.

Origins of molar

from Latin 'mola', meaning 'millstone'

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Summary: molar in Brief

'Molar' [ˈmoʊlər] refers to a large, flat tooth located at the back of the mouth that is used for grinding food. It is also used to describe anything related to or situated in the region of the molars. The term is often used in medical contexts, such as 'molar pregnancy,' which is a rare type of pregnancy that forms a tumor. 'Molar' can also refer to scientific concepts like 'molar mass' and 'molar concentration.'