Pronunciation: /ˌhɛtərəˈdɒnti/
noun the condition of having teeth that are different in shape and size
A1 Heterodonty refers to the condition of having different types of teeth.
A2 Animals with heterodonty have specialized teeth for different functions.
B1 Dentists study heterodonty to understand the diversity of tooth structures in different species.
B2 The evolution of heterodonty played a key role in the development of complex dental systems.
C1 Researchers are still exploring the genetic basis of heterodonty in vertebrates.
C2 The study of heterodonty has implications for understanding the adaptive radiation of vertebrates.
formal Heterodonty is a dental condition where an animal has different types of teeth for different functions.
informal Did you know that sharks have heterodonty, with sharp teeth in the front for tearing and flat teeth in the back for grinding?
slang My dentist said I have heterodonty because my front teeth are sharp like fangs!
figurative In the business world, having heterodonty can be an advantage as it allows one to adapt to different tasks and roles effectively.
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