Plaque

/plˈæk/

/ˈpɫæk/

Plaque

(pathology) a small abnormal patch on or inside the body

a board made of stone, wood, etc. with writings on it, attached to a building to honor an important person or event

synonyms : brass

(medical) a soft slimy substance formed on the teeth in which bacteria can grow

Examples

1. I say plaque

2. Surrounding the monument are plaques with the names of the victims of 9/11.

3. Modified scrub removes plaque, the culprit in tooth decay and gum disease.

4. Now this plaque has rupture.