Masticatory
Pronunciation: /ˈmæstˈaɪˈkɑˈtɔɹi/
Masticatory (adjective)
- Connected to the action of chewing food.
Examples
- The masticatory muscles are essential for eating.
- Masticatory efficiency can affect digestion.
Common collocations: masticatory muscles, masticatory function, masticatory process, natural masticatory, popular masticatory
Masticatory (noun)
- A substance that is chewed, like gum.
Examples
- Chewing gum is a popular masticatory.
- Some herbs are used as a natural masticatory.