Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dentulous

Adjective
/ˈdɛnt.jə.ləs/
Definition
Having teeth or a set of teeth.
Examples
  • The baby is growing up and is now fully dentulous with all her milk teeth.
  • Dentulous individuals have a better ability to chew food compared to edentulous individuals.
  • In dental terms, the presence of dentulous structures can influence treatment options.
Meaning
The term ‘dentulous’ refers to a state or condition in which a person or animal has teeth or is characterized by the presence of teeth.
Synonyms
  • Toothed
  • Teeth-bearing
  • Dental