dens Meaning & Definition
/dɛnz/
What Does Dens Mean?
As a noun, dens means plural of den. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of den. As a verb, it means To ensconce or hide oneself in (or as in) a den.
Dens: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /dɛnz/ |
| Synonyms | lair and family room |
| Plural | dentes |
Dens Definition (Noun)
- plural of den
Dens as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of den.
Noun
- A toothlike process projecting from the anterior end of the centrum of the axis vertebra on which the atlas vertebra rotates.
Noun
- A small cavern or hollow place in the side of a hill, or among rocks; especially, a cave used by a wild animal for shelter or concealment.
Daniel was put into the lions’ den.
- A squalid or wretched place; a haunt.
a den of vice
- A comfortable room not used for formal entertaining.
- A narrow glen; a ravine; a dell.
Verb
- To ensconce or hide oneself in (or as in) a den.
Noun
- The strong odontoid process of the axis.
Synonyms of Dens
Dens synonyms and antonyms →Dens in a Sentence
Daniel was put into the lions’ den.
a den of vice
Word Forms & Grammar
dens
dens (plural dentes)
Words That Rhyme With Dens
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Origin of Dens
Origin 1: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
Origin 2: Borrowed from Latin dēns (“a tooth”). Doublet of dent and tooth.
Questions People Ask About Dens
Is dens a noun or a verb?
Dens is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for dens?
You can replace dens with words such as lair and family room. See the full list of dens synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of dens?
The plural of dens is dentes.