diphyodont Meaning, Definition & Usage

Diph"y*o*dont adjective

Etymology

Gr. double ( = twice + to produce) + , , tooth.

Definitions

1. (Anat.) Having two successive sets of teeth (deciduous and permanent), one succeeding the other; as, a diphyodont mammal; diphyodont dentition; -- opposed to monophyodont. -- n. An animal having two successive sets of teeth.