predentary

/ˌprɛdɛnˈteɪri, -ˈtɛɹi/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to the predentary bone, especially in fish, which is a pair of bony plates in front of the teeth.

“The predentary bone is a characteristic feature of many species of ancient fish.”

2. noun

A bony plate in front of the teeth in some fish.

“The predentary of the fossilized shark was remarkably well-preserved.”

Synonyms

  • labro-dentary
  • precuspidate

Antonyms

  • postdentary