How to Pronounce "abutment"
word
əˈbʌt.mn̩t
uh-BUT-mnt
ɐbˈʌtmənt
uh-BUT-muhnt
Definition
An abutment is a strong structure at the end of a bridge or arch that supports its weight. In dentistry, it refers to a supporting tooth or implant for a bridge or crown.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbʌt.mn̩t
British English
ɐbˈʌtmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BUT-mnt
UK
uh-BUT-muhnt
Listen in Context
The abutment supports the end of the bridge.
Each arch has an abutment at both ends.
The dentist placed a crown on the abutment tooth.
That old stone abutment has stood for a hundred years.