The town's name originated from the engineer's wife of the first train that traveled though. In 1888, the post office opened and within 4 years, a bank was established with the population just above 75 residents.
fluoridation - the addition of a fluoride to the water supply (to prevent dental decay) fluoridisation, fluoridization. addition - the act of adding one thing to another; the addition of flowers created a pleasing effect; the addition of a leap day every four years. Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection.
Contemporary Examples. 1  The story of fluoridation reads like a postmodern fable, and the moral is clear: a scientific discovery might seem like a boon. 2  In its attempt to discredit the story, the JPO inadvertently confirmed that fact. 3  And extortion makes a lot more sense before a story hits the news wire, not after.