pulpal

adjective

pulp·​al ˈpəl-pəl How to pronounce pulpal (audio)
: of or relating to pulp especially of a tooth
a pulpal abscess
pulpally adverb

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pulpal was in 1903

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“Pulpal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pulpal. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

pulpal

adjective
pulp·​al ˈpəl-pəl How to pronounce pulpal (audio)
: of or relating to pulp especially of a tooth
a pulpal abscess
pulpally adverb
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