Canine Tooth

Canine Tooth

A sharp tooth positioned near the front of the jaws present in mammals (and most prominent in carnivores) that has a single point that is shaped for peircing and holding onto food.

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canine tooth

Natural environment; Coral reefs

A pointed, conical tooth that is located at the front or edge of the jaw. Canine teeth are used for piercing and grabbing prey.

canine tooth

Health care; General

The second tooth from the big front tooth, commonly called the eye tooth or cuspid.

canine tooth

Medical; Health care; Medicine

The third tooth to the left and to the right of the midline of either jaw, situated between the second incisor and the premolar teeth (bicuspid).

canine tooth

Animals; Mammals

Some mammals have canine teeth which are strong and sharply pointed teeth. Canine teeth are generally found at the front of the jaw and are used for piercing and biting prey.

canine tooth

Biology; Anatomy

A single point tooth that is used for piercing and holding on food.

phylum placozoa

Zoology; Zoological terms

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Zoology; Zoological terms

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rudimentary

Zoology; Zoological terms

Involving or limited to basic principles; immature, undeveloped, or basic.

endocrine

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Pertaining to ductless glands that produce hormones.

endoparasite

Zoology; Zoological terms

A parasite that lives within the tissues or bloodstream of its host.

endothermic

Zoology; Zoological terms

Able to maintain a constant, warm body temperature, regardless of external conditions.

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