CARNASSIAL
(adj.sat, noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Carnassial.
Carnassial - as an adjective satellite
(of a tooth) adapted for shearing flesh
Example: "The carnassial teeth of carnivores"
Carnassial - as a noun
One of the teeth used by a carnivore for shearing flesh, being the last upper premolar and the first lower molar.
Example Sentences
"The lion's carnassials are used for shearing through tough meat."
"The carnassials of the Tasmanian devil are highly specialized for tearing flesh."
"Cats have well-developed carnassials that enable them to effectively chew their prey."
"As a carnivore, the wolf relies on its carnassials to slice through the meat it consumes."
"The carnassials of the polar bear are adapted to a diet primarily consisting of seals."
Word Game Points
Is CARNASSIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carnassial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CARNASSIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is CARNASSIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carnassial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCARNASSIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is CARNASSIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carnassial is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCARNASSIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
