ACRODONT Meaning and
Definition
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Acrodont is an adjective primarily referring to a specific type of tooth attachment in reptiles. This term is derived from the Greek words "acro," meaning "extremity," and "odont," meaning "tooth." Acrodont describes the arrangement of teeth where they are fused to the top of the jawbone, without any sockets or sockets present.
In acrodont reptiles, such as some types of lizards and toothed turtles, the teeth are attached to the edge of the jawbone, and their roots do not extend deep into the jaw as in other tooth attachment types. This attachment style often results in shallow or no tooth replacement, as teeth are generally not replaced once they are worn or lost. Typically, acrodont reptiles possess a limited number of teeth that remain constant throughout their lifespan.
Acrodont dentition is distinct from pleurodont dentition, where the teeth are fused to the inner side of the jawbone, and thecodont dentition, where teeth are deeply rooted in sockets. Acrodont attachment is often associated with reptiles that feed on soft or easily crushed prey, such as insects and smaller invertebrates.
This term can also be used more broadly to describe other organisms, such as certain fishes or arthropods, whose similar anatomical structures resemble this tooth attachment style. However, in these cases, its usage may vary depending on the specific context.
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Noting an animal (such as certain lizards) having the teeth attached directly to the edge of the jaws and not inserted in alveoli.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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A term applied to certain fossil saurians from the manner in which their teeth were fixed.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for ACRODONT
- zcrodont
- scrodont
- wcrodont
- qcrodont
- axrodont
- avrodont
- afrodont
- adrodont
- aceodont
- acdodont
- acfodont
- actodont
- ac5odont
- ac4odont
- acridont
- acrkdont
- acrldont
- acrpdont
- acr0dont
- crodont
Etymology of ACRODONT
The word "acrodont" is derived from Greek. It comes from the combination of two Greek words: "akros" meaning "extreme" or "highest" and "odous" meaning "tooth". The term was coined in the early 20th century by anatomist and herpetologist Edward Cope to describe a specific dental structure found in certain reptiles.
Similar spelling words for ACRODONT
- ecardinate,
- accordance,
- Aguardienta,
- accord,
- accordant,
- accrued,
- acarid,
- accretion,
- accredit,
- according,
- accredited,
- ACORD,
- Aguardiente,
- accordingly,
- acardia,
- acaryote,
- accordion,
- aguardente,
- acaridae,
- accardo.
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