Carnassial
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kəˈnɑːsɪəl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Carnassial is a noun meaning One of the teeth used by a carnivore for shearing flesh, being the last upper premolar and the first lower molar.
Meaning
One of the teeth used by a carnivore for shearing flesh, being the last upper premolar and the first lower molar.
Word Forms
- carnassials
Synonyms for carnassial
Depending on context, synonyms include sharp.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sharp, sectorial, hypercarnivore, canine, camassial, megacarnivore.
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