mandibular

American  

[man-dib-yuh-ler] / mænˈdɪb yə lər /

adjective

1. pertaining to or of the nature of a mandible.

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Other Word Forms

• intermandibular adjective
• postmandibular adjective
• premandibular adjective

Etymology

Origin of mandibular

1645–55; < Late Latin mandibul ( a ) mandible + -ar ¹

Example Sentences

Specifically, "These features include the presence of four post-canine teeth, a larger lower canine, and a fused and short mandibular symphysis," according to a press release.

From Salon

Gomphotheriidae had clubbed lower tusks and a more narrow mandible, while Choerolophodontidae completely lacked mandibular tusks and their lower jaw was long and trough-like.

From Science Daily

“Based on the morphology of the mandibular nerve of Tyrannosaurus, we were able to clarify that the jaw tip of Tyrannosaurus was most likely a pretty capable sensor,” Kawabe said.

From Seattle Times

The technical term for these appliances is mandibular advancement devices, so named because they work by pushing the lower jaw forward, which in most people helps keep the airway open.

From New York Times

The mandibular angle reduction, to make the jaw narrower and the face more slender, was the first.

From The Guardian