Definition of "tusklike" [tusklike]

• Resembling a tusk or some aspect of one. (adjective)

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• "With their sharp, tusklike teeth and bristling hair, javelinas have an unfounded reputation for ferocity."
• "Indeed, they share a number of characteristics with nonruminants, including lack of horns or antlers; continually growing, tusklike upper canines in males; sharp-crowned premolars; and four fully developed toes."
• "There are also two tusklike canine teeth that protrude from the mouth."