Como Pronunciar "abutment"
word
əˈbʌt.mn̩t
uh-BUT-mnt
ɐbˈʌtmənt
uh-BUT-muhnt
Definição
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.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
əˈbʌt.mn̩t
Inglês Britânico
ɐbˈʌtmənt
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
uh-BUT-mnt
UK
uh-BUT-muhnt
Ouça em Contexto
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.