Meaning & Definition of word "Jaw"

Jaw

/dʒɔː/

1. Either of the two bony structures in the mouth that hold the teeth and assist in eating and speaking.
- Example: He injured his jaw while playing basketball.
2. The lower jaw (mandible), which is movable and forms the base of the mouth.
- Example: She clenched her jaw in frustration.
3. The articulation of the lower jaw with the upper jaw, affecting the alignment of teeth.
- Example: The dentist examined her jaw alignment.
4. A part of the face below the ears and including the area containing the lower jaw.
- Example: He has a strong jawline that is very attractive.
5. An informal term for a person's talk or speech, especially in a long-winded manner.
- Example: He went on with his jaw about the latest news.

1. To talk or chatter in a repetitive manner.
- Example: They were just jawing about old times.

●Middle English 'jawe', from Old French 'jawe', of uncertain origin.

drop one's jaw:

To be extremely surprised or shocked.

keep your jaw shut:

To remain silent or not disclose information.

jawing away:

Talking incessantly.

mandible:

The lower jawbone in vertebrates.

maxilla:

The upper jawbone that holds the upper teeth.

occlusion:

The alignment of teeth in the upper and lower jaws.

Meaning: To talk or chat, especially casually.

● Example Sentence: We were just jawing at the bar.

Meaning: To complain or nag.

● Example Sentence: Stop jawing about the same problems!