Hypsodont is a pattern of dentition with high-crowned teeth and enamel extending past the gum line, providing extra material for wear and tear. Some examples of animals with hypsodont dentition are cows and horses; all animals that feed on gritty, fibrous material. The opposite condition is called brachydont. ==Evolution== Since the morphology of ...
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Having long teeth. ... Origin: hypso-+ G. Odous, tooth ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: hip′sō-dont Definitions: 1. Having long teeth.
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