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on·lay
(ŏn′lā′, ôn′-)n.
1. Something laid or applied over something else, as to add relief to a surface.
2. Medicine A graft applied to the surface of a recipient organ or structure.
3. Dentistry A cast, usually made of metal, attached to the surface of a tooth.
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onlay
(ˈɒnˌleɪ)n
(Dentistry) dentistry an artificial veneer which covers the entire front of the tooth
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Translations
on·lay
n. injerto, esp. en la reparación de defectos óseos.
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