Meaning & Definition of word "Molar"

Molar

/ˈmoʊlər/

noun:

  • 1. A type of tooth used for grinding food, usually located at the back of the mouth.
    • Example: The dentist examined my molar to see if it had any cavities.
  • 2. A unit of amount of substance in chemistry, equal to the number of atoms or molecules in one mole.
    • Example: In the laboratory, we prepared a solution with a molar concentration of 0.5 M.

adjective:

  • 1. Relating to a molar or molars.
    • Example: He had a molar extraction due to severe decay.

Etymology

From Latin 'molaris', meaning 'millstone' or 'grinding stone'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

molar concentration:

The concentration of a solution expressed in moles of solute per liter of solution.

wisdom molar:

The third molar, often referred to as the wisdom tooth.

Related Words

premolar:

A tooth situated between the canine and molar teeth, used for grinding.

incisor:

A narrow-edged tooth at the front of the mouth, used for cutting.

Slang Meanings of molar

Meaning: Referring to a difficult situation, due to pain in a molar.

Example Sentence: That exam was a real molar!

Meaning: Describing someone who is slow or dull, as if they have a cavity.

Example Sentence: Don't be a molar, pick up the pace!