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Masticatory

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌmasˈtɪk.eɪ.tər.i/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Masticatory is a noun meaning Of, or relating to mastication.

Meaning

Of, or relating to mastication.

More Meanings

  1. Used for chewing.
  2. (chiefly medicine) Something chewed, originally as a medicine, now typically for pleasure or to increase the flow of saliva.

Example Sentences

Sneezing, masticatories, and nasals are generally received.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mastication, chewing, masticator, mastification, masticater, mastic.

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