Mandibular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /manˈdɪb.jʊl.ə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Mandibular is an adjective meaning (anatomy, zootomy) Of or pertaining to the mandible.
Meaning
(anatomy, zootomy) Of or pertaining to the mandible.
Example Sentences
The head produces a mandibular gland pheromone composed of ketones, the thorax lacks large glands, and the abdomen contains the venom and the Nasonov gland that produces lemon oil compounds.
Synonyms for mandibular
Depending on context, synonyms include mandibulary, inframaxillary.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inframaxillary, jaw, jawbone, submaxilla, submaxillary, submandibular.
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