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inframaxillary

inframaxillary

9.9
Near the lower jaw
  • adjective
  • /ˌɪnfrəˈmæksɪˌlɛri/
  • Specialized
translation icon : inframaxilar
  • The swelling was located in the inframaxillary area of his face.

Examples

  • Many dentists examine the inframaxillary space during check-ups.

  • Certain fishes have prominent inframaxillary bones supporting their jaws.

  • The inframaxillary region is often examined in dental surgery.

  • The inframaxillary area is crucial for dental procedures.

  • The inframaxillary region is often examined in dental surgery.

  • The swelling was located in the inframaxillary area of his face.

  • Many dentists examine the inframaxillary space during check-ups.

Synonyms

mandibular
vsinframaxillary
  • Specialized
3 7.5

Having to do with the lower jaw

is a general term for the lower jaw without vertebrate emphasis

How Low

inframaxillary
  • Specialized
9.9
maxillary
  • Specialized
3 8.7

Surface Forms

inframaxillary positive

Morphology

inframaxillary = maxillary (semi-transparent) = infra + maxilla + ary

The meaning is compositionally 'infra-' (below) + 'maxillary', but 'infra-' is a specialised anatomical/Latin combining form that may be unfamiliar to general learners.

Etymology

Inframaxillary comes from infra- meaning 'below' and maxilla (the root of maxillary) meaning 'jaw'. So it names the area under the jaw, which is why it relates to the lower jaw.