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bruxism

brux·ism [ brks ìzzəm ]


noun 
Definition:
 
grinding of teeth: the unconscious habit of grinding or gritting the teeth that occurs during sleep or in stressful situations and can lead to excessive wear of the teeth

[Mid-20th century. < Greek brukein "gnash the teeth"]
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