Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
edentate
adjective
/ˌiːdənˈteɪt/
Definition
Having no teeth or tooth-like structures.
Examples
- The anteater is an example of an edentate mammal, characterized by its lack of teeth.
- Some species of sloths are classified as edentate due to their minimal dentition.
- Edentate structures can be found in various creatures that adapted to specific diets over time.
Meaning
The term ‘edentate’ is often used to describe certain mammals that lack teeth or have very reduced teeth. It can also refer more generally to any organism or part that does not have teeth.
Synonyms
- Toothless
- Atrophic
- Impoverished (in terms of dentition)
