What is another word for maxilla?

43 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ maksˈɪlə], [ maksˈɪlə], [ m_a_k_s_ˈɪ_l_ə]

Related words: maxilla meaning, maxilla embryology, maxilla injury

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    Synonyms for Maxilla:

    How to use "Maxilla" in context?

    The maxilla is the anterior (front) jawbone in the human skeleton. The maxilla articulates with the mandible, the upper jawbone.Together, the maxilla and mandible form the maxillofacial skeleton.The maxilla is the only skeletal element on the anterior (front) of the head that does not contain vertebrae.

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