gerodontic

/dʒɪroʊdɒntɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the study of the teeth of fossil animals

“The paleontologist specializing in gerodontic research discovered a significant find in the ancient excavation site.”

2. noun

a dental structure found in certain fossil animals, especially whales and dolphins

“The gerodontic teeth of the ancient cetacean provided valuable insights into the evolution of mammalian dentition.”

Synonyms

  • dental
  • odontic

Antonyms

  • dental degradation
  • odontolysis