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Definition of Fluoridization
1. Noun. The addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay).
Exact synonyms: Fluoridation, Fluoridisation
Generic synonyms: Addition
Derivative terms: Fluoridate, Fluoridise, Fluoridize
Generic synonyms: Addition
Derivative terms: Fluoridate, Fluoridise, Fluoridize
Medical Definition of Fluoridization
1. Therapeutic use of fluorides to reduce the incidence of dental decay; sometimes used to refer to the topical application of fluoride agents to the teeth. (05 Mar 2000)