释义 |
den·ti·tion \denˈtishən\ noun (-s) Etymology: Latin dentition-, dentitio, from dentitus (past participle of dentire to cut teeth, from dent-, dens tooth) + -ion-, io -ion — more at tooth 1. : the development and cutting of teeth : teething 2. : the character of the teeth as determined by their form and arrangement < carnivorous dentition > 3. : the number, kind, and arrangement of teeth of an individual; collectively : teeth |