A manifestation of tension or anxiety in which the tongue is attracted to the teeth or to dental faults. ... Origin: Glosso-+ G. Odous (odont-), tooth, + trope, a turning ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: glos′ō-don′tō-trō-pizm Definitions: 1. A manifestation of tension or anxiety in which the tongue is attracted to the teeth or to dental faults.