Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Hyaenodont

👉 In linguistics, a hyaenodontoid is a type of dentary structure that involves multiple teeth in one tooth. It is distinguished from an orofacial arch by its absence of an anterior labial cuspidum and presence of two mandibular teeth (the mandible) on the same side as the maxilla, with each mandible having three lateral incisors and a single premolar. The hyaenodontoid dentary structure is often found in certain genera of mammals

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👉 The term "hyaenodont" is a name given to a type of prehistoric animal that lived in the early stages of the Cambrian period, approximately 540 million years ago. These animals were characterized by their large teeth and sharp claws, which allowed them to hunt for prey such as insects and small reptiles. Their teeth were made from a combination of calcium carbonate and silica, giving them a hard surface that protected them from predators. The name "hyaenodont"

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