Jawbone

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɔːˌboʊn/

Jawbone (noun)

  1. One of the bones that forms the lower or upper part of the mouth and supports the teeth.
  2. The jaw part of an animal, used as a bone or part of a skeleton in studies or collections.

Examples

  • The dentist checked my jawbone for signs of trouble.
  • Pain in the jawbone can make chewing difficult.