Fluoridate (Verb)
Meaning
Subject to fluoridation; treat with fluoride; "fluoridized water"; "fluoridize the teeth of children".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Communities have the option to fluoridate their local water supply as a preventive measure against tooth decay.
- The dentist recommends that parents fluoridate their children's drinking water to help strengthen their teeth.
- To promote healthier teeth and prevent cavities, many cities fluoridate their community water supply.
- The city council voted to fluoridate the water supply to combat rampant tooth decay in the community.
- Some countries have laws requiring municipalities to fluoridate their drinking water, protecting public health.