hiodont

/haɪˈɒndɒnt/

Definitions

1. noun

A fossil tooth of a prehistoric mammal, especially one of a carnivorous or omnivorous species, found in a deposit of mixed fossils.

“The fossil collection included an impressive hiodont tooth that dated back millions of years.”

Synonyms

  • fossil tooth
  • prehistoric tooth

Antonyms

  • modern tooth