taurodontism
Meanings
noun
- A condition found in the molar teeth of humans, where the body of the tooth and pulp chamber is enlarged vertically at the expense of the roots; especially common amongst Neanderthal hominins.
Word forms
Etymology
Latin meaning "bull teeth"
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