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“Tartar” or “Tarter”

tartar / tarter are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

Definitions

What each term means

Same sound, different spellings and meanings, shown with a pronunciation guide for each term.

tartar t·AA·r·t·er

  • nounan incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums.

tarter t·AA·r·t·er

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

Usage

Examples in context

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“tartar”

  • and flossing hardens to form tartar that brushing doesn't clean.
  • sodium bicarbonate and cream of tartar.
  • Luc Tartar
  • successful firing of ASROC and Tartar missiles completed her qualification and

“tarter”

  • 1948: Albert Tarter House, Los Feliz, Los Angeles,

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