hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
a written order directing a bank to pay money
make an examination or investigation
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
something resembling the tooth of an animal
an appraisal of the state of affairs
toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell
