Definition

The arrangement, type, and number of teeth in a person's mouth or in an animal's mouth.

Example

The dentist examined her dentition to check for any cavities.

Conversation

Did you know that children have different dentition compared to adults?

Yeah, I heard they lose their baby teeth and grow new ones.

Exactly! It's fascinating how their dentition changes as they grow up.

For sure, it’s like a whole new set of teeth coming in!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dentition → It is formed from "denti-" (from Latin "dens", meaning tooth) and "-tion" (meaning the action or process of). The word "dentition" refers to the process of developing teeth or the arrangement of teeth in the mouth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'denti-' which relates to 'teeth' and remember that 'dentition' refers to the process or arrangement of teeth.

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