brachydont

/ˌbrækiˈdɒnt/

Definitions

1. noun

A tooth having a low crown

“The dentist explained that the patient’s brachydont teeth were prone to decay.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting teeth with a low crown

“The brachydont teeth were characteristic of the ancient human species.”

Synonyms

  • hypsodont
  • low-crowned

Antonyms

  • high-crowned
  • hypsodont