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carious

Pronunciation: /ˈkɛːrɪəs/

Definition of carious

adjective

  • (of bones or teeth) decayed.

Derivatives

cariosity

noun rare

Origin:

mid 16th century: from Latin cariosus (see caries)

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Definition of carious in the US English dictionary

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