Crossword clue
“Tooth covering”
This clue appeared as 1-Down in the NYT Crossword on Monday, October 5, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ENAMELLetters6
Starts withE
Ends withL
Vowels3
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About this clue
The clue “Tooth covering” ran in the NYT Crossword on October 5, 2026 as 1-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with L, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Tooth covering” clue?+
The answer is ENAMEL (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of October 5, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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