Meaning
Synonym of jaw.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English, from Latin māxilla (“the jawbone, jaw”), diminutive of māla (“the cheekbone, jaw”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:
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