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fluoridate

/ˌflʊərɪˈdeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does fluoridate mean?

verb

to add fluoride to (water, toothpaste, etc.) in order to prevent tooth decay, or to make (something) contain fluoride.

Example

"The city decided to fluoridate the water supply to improve dental health."

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