hypso-, hyps-, hypsi-

Relating to or occurring in a climatic period on earth occurring about 10,00 to 5,000 years ago, characterized by generally warmer temperatures and decreased or increased rainfall in various areas.

Characterized by having high-crowned teeth and enamel which extends past the gum line that have more tooth material for chewing: "Some animals with hypsodont dentition includes cows, horses, and deer and all animals that feed on fibrous materials."

"Mammals that feed on abrasive substances are subject to rapid wear on their teeth; so, many of these species have especially high-crowned or hypsodont teeth providing lots of extra material for wear."

1. Characterized by the depiction of the contours and elevations of the natural features on the surface of the earth.
2. A representation or description of the earth's topological features above sea level, as on a map.

A reference to the scientific study of the earth's topological configuration above sea level; especially, the measurement and mapping of land elevations.

1. The scientific study of the earth's configuration above sea level; emphasizing the measurement of land altitudes relative to sea level.
2. The measurement of the elevation of land above sea level, as on a map.