What is another word for mandibular?

Pronunciation: [mandˈɪbjʊlə] (IPA)

Mandibular refers to the lower jaw bone or the associated structures located in the jaw region. Synonyms for mandibular include inferior maxilla, lower jaw, submaxillary, submarginal, and inframaxillary. These terms are often used interchangeably in medical and dental fields. The mandibular region is crucial for activities such as eating and speaking, and any issues in this area can lead to difficulty performing these functions. Understanding the synonyms for mandibular is important for proper communication in medical or dental discussions. The use of correct terminology helps to ensure that patients receive the appropriate treatments and care for any conditions affecting the mandibular region.

What are the hypernyms for Mandibular?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    maxilla, dentary bone, Jaw bone, Cranial bone, Oral bone.

Usage examples for Mandibular

Tongue ovoid, barely notched behind and slightly free posteriorly; vomerine teeth 2-3, situated on V-shaped elevations between round inner nares; openings to vocal sac large, one situated along inner posterior edge of each mandibular ramus.
"A Review of the Middle American Tree Frogs of the Genus Ptychohyla"
William E. Duellman
The primitive buccal cavity is bounded below by the mandibular arch, which contains Meckel's cartilage, and from which are developed the mandible, the lower lip, and the floor of the mouth.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson
mandibular cleft occurs in the middle line of the lower lip, and may extend to, or even beyond, the chin; it is due to non-union of the two lateral halves of the mandibular arch.
"Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition."
Alexander Miles Alexis Thomson

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