jaw

nounfemininetécnico/mɐ̃.ˈdi.bu.lɐ/medium

man·dí·bu·la

Definition

The bone or structure that forms the framework of the mouth, especially the lower part that moves.

He clenched his jaw in frustration.

The punch dislocated his jaw.

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Common collocations

jaw painjaw fracturejaw movementclench one's jaw

Do latim 'mandibula', de 'mandere' (mastigar).