Definition of caries

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • caries is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • caries is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • caries is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of caries


  • soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. cavity
    2. dental caries
    3. tooth decay

See definition of caries in Merriam Webster