die Zahnspange, -n
braces
Ein Hilfsmittel für die Zähne, das sie langsam in die richtige Stellung bringt.
Definition & meaning
A Zahnspange is a medical or orthodontic device worn on the teeth to align, straighten, or reposition them, usually to improve dental health or aesthetics.
There are two primary types:
- Feste Zahnspange (Fixed braces): Brackets are bonded to the teeth and connected by an archwire. These cannot be removed by the patient.
- Lose Zahnspange (Removable braces): Often used for milder corrections or to maintain results, these can be taken out by the patient for eating or cleaning.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine noun (die Zahnspange). It is a compound word formed from two distinct parts:
- Zahn: Meaning "tooth".
- Spange: Meaning "clasp", "brace", or "clip".
Combined, it literally translates to a "tooth brace" or "tooth clasp." The plural form is Zahnspangen.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Kieferorthopädische Apparatur (The formal medical term)
- Zahnregulierung (Refers to the process of teeth regulation)
Antonyms: There are no direct linguistic antonyms for a medical device. However, in a descriptive sense, one might refer to:
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Examples
Anja bekommt endlich ihre Zahnspange.noun
Anja is finally getting her braces.
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