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Dentition Definition & Meaning

dentition
noun
  1. the eruption through the gums of baby teeth
  2. the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal

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Frequently asked questions

What does dentition mean?
the eruption through the gums of baby teeth the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal
What part of speech is dentition?
Dentition is a noun.
How many definitions does dentition have?
Dentition has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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