ungulite

/ˌʌŋɡjʊˈlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A fossilized tooth of a mammal, especially one of a prehistoric mammal.

“The paleontologist carefully examined the ungulite to determine the age of the fossil.”

2. noun

A fossil tooth of a prehistoric mammal, especially one of a type that is now extinct.

“The museum exhibit featured an impressive collection of ungulites found in the local area.”

Synonyms

  • fossil tooth
  • mammal tooth

Antonyms

  • living tooth
  • modern tooth