heterodont

/hɛtəˈrɒnt/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of tooth or a mammal with heterodont dentition, having teeth of different forms

“The paleontologist studied the heterodont teeth of the ancient species.”

2. adjective

having teeth of different forms

“The heterodont dentition of the shark is a unique adaptation for its diet.”

Synonyms

  • heterodontic
  • polyodont

Antonyms

  • homodont
  • monodont