toothless

/ˈtuθləs/
adjective
  1. Having no teeth.
    • My baby is still toothless, so she can only eat pureed food.
    • The toothless smile of the elderly man was warm and welcoming.
    • The old, toothless dog still loved to chew on soft toys.
  2. Lacking power, force, or effectiveness; weak or ineffectual.
    • The new law was criticized as toothless because it had no penalties.
    • Without a strong leader, the committee became toothless and unable to make decisions.
    • His argument was toothless, failing to convince anyone in the audience.
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