paraconid

/ˌpærəˈkɑːnaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A small pointed cuspidate tooth, especially on the lower jaw of some mammals, such as rodents and lagomorphs.

“The paraconid teeth of the lagomorph are adapted for cutting and crushing plant material.”

Synonyms

  • hypoconid
  • metaconid

Antonyms

  • enamel