jaw

B2
Pronunciation
/d͡ʒɔː/
/d͡ʒɑ/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

One of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth.

2 Definition

The part of the face below the mouth.

Example Sentences
  • His jaw dropped in amazement.
3 Definition

Anything resembling the jaw of an animal in form or action; especially plural, the mouth or way of entrance.

Example Sentences
  • the jaws of a pass; the jaws of darkness; the jaws of death.
4 Definition

A notch or opening.

5 Definition

A notched or forked part, adapted for holding an object in place.

Example Sentences
  • the jaw of a railway-car pedestal.
6 Definition

One of a pair of opposing parts which are movable towards or from each other, for grasping or crushing anything between them.

Example Sentences
  • the jaws of a vise; the jaws of a stone-crushing machine.
7 Definition

The inner end of a boom or gaff, hollowed in a half circle so as to move freely on a mast.

8 Definition

Impudent or abusive talk.

9 Definition

Axle guard.

10 Definition

The curved part of the cushion marking the entry to the pocket.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To assail or abuse by scolding.

2 Definition

To scold; to clamor.

3 Definition

To talk; to converse.

4 Definition

(of a ball) To stick in the jaws of a pocket.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

(used in certain set phrases like jaw harp, jaw harpist and jaw's-trump)