Dentition
- Pronunciation
- /dehn-TISH-un/
- Category
- Morphology
- Singular
- Dentition
- Plural
- Dentitions
Definition
The arrangement and structure of teeth or analogous structures in an organism, including insects and certain arthropods.
Etymology
From Latin 'dens', meaning 'tooth' and 'tio' denoting the state of being.
Example
The dentition of a predatory insect is often adapted for piercing and tearing prey.