submandibular
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- adjective
- /ˌsʌb.mænˈdɪb.jə.lər/
- Specialized
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submandibular
- MRI shows that the well-defined mass extends from the level of the submandibular gland down to the thyroid.
- submandibular gland
- submandibular mass
- submandibular triangle
Examples
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Minimal edema of the submental and submandibular areas of the neck was noted.
Academic text (2004) -
We report a new case: that of a 15-month-old boy who presented with a submandibular mass.
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Photograph shows the swelling in the right submandibular area at presentation.
Academic text (2010) -
Care must be taken to avoid injury to the lingual nerve and submandibular duct.
Academic text (2003) -
The submandibular lymph nodes lie on the surface of the submandibular gland as well as within the gland.
Academic text (2004) -
Physical examination revealed a discrete, nontender, nodular, mobile, 2 x 2-cm right submandibular mass that was not bimanually palpable.
Academic text (2009) -
The doctor examined the submandibular region to check for any abnormalities.
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A swollen submandibular gland can indicate an infection or other health issue.
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The tumor was found in the submandibular area beneath the patient's chin.
Compounds
- Specialized
One of two glands beneath the lower jaw that make saliva, often at night
- Specialized
A gland under the lower jaw that makes saliva and releases it under the tongue, often at night
Surface Forms
Morphology
submandibular = mandibular (transparent) = sub + mandible + ar
The adjective 'mandibular' (relating to the mandible) simply takes the prefix 'sub-' to indicate position beneath the mandible.
Etymology
Submandibular is made from the parts sub- 'under' and mandible 'jaw', so it literally means 'under the jaw'. That's why we use it to describe something located beneath the lower jaw.