What is another word for pleurodont?
Pronunciation: [plˈɜːɹədˌɒnt] (IPA) 
Pleurodont is an uncommon and technical term used in zoology that describes a particular type of tooth attachment in reptiles. In simpler terms, it refers to teeth that are fused to the inner surface of the jawbone. Synonyms for pleurodont include "acrodont," which means the teeth are attached to the top of the jawbone, and "thecodont," which involves teeth being inserted into sockets in the jawbone. Other related terms in this regard include "heterodont," where animals have different types (shapes and sizes) of teeth within their mouths based on their function, and "homodont," where the teeth are all similar. Overall, these terms help biologists to accurately describe and categorize different species based on their unique dental structures.
