mandibula
Definition
- Noun:
- The lower jawbone: In vertebrates, the mandibula is the movable bone that forms the lower part of the jaw and is hinged to open and close the mouth. It is also commonly called the mandible.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The impact fractured his mandibula.
- In mammals, the mandibula is a single bone.
- The surgeon carefully examined the patient's mandibula.
Advanced Usage
- Anatomical Context: The term "mandibula" is used primarily in formal anatomical, zoological, and medical descriptions.
- The fossil's well-preserved mandibula provided clues about the dinosaur's diet.
Variants and Related Words
- Mandible (n): The more common English term for the lower jawbone.
- The mandible is the strongest bone in the human face.
- Mandibular (adj): Relating to the mandible or mandibula.
- The dentist identified a mandibular nerve issue.
Synonyms
- Jawbone: A general term for the bones of the jaw.
- Lower jaw: A descriptive, non-technical term.
Notes on Usage
- "Mandibula" is a Latin-derived term used in scientific English. In everyday English, "mandible" or "lower jaw" are more frequently used.
Noun
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the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth
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