Definition of dentes:
(n) :
A shallow deformation in the surface of an object, produced by an impact.
(v) :
(transitive) To impact something, producing a dent.
(v) :
(intransitive) To develop a dent or dents.
(n) :
(figurative) A minor effect made upon something.
(n) :
(by extension, informal) A sudden negative change, such as loss, damage, weakening, consumption or diminution, especially one produced by an external force, event or action
(n) :
A type of maize/corn with a relatively soft outer hull, and a soft type of starch that shrinks at maturity to leave an indentation in the surface of the kernel.