What does edentate mean?
Edentate means Lacking teeth..
Edentate
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Lacking teeth..
Definitions by Sense
- Lacking teeth.
- (zoology) Belonging to the Edentata.
- Any mammal that has few or no teeth, but especially the anteaters, armadillos, and sloths of the former order Edentata.
Example Sentences
an edentate quadruped; an edentate leaf
Synonyms for edentate
Antonyms for edentate
Related Words
Word Forms
- edentates
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for edentate?
Common synonyms include toothless, edental, edentulate.
What is the opposite of edentate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use edentate in a sentence?
an edentate quadruped; an edentate leaf
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