lower jaw

• Hueso de la parte inferior de la cara que sostiene los dientes inferiores y participa en la masticación y el habla; también se refiere a la mandíbula inferior en conjunto.

The lower part of the jawbone, specifically the mandible, which holds the lower teeth and is responsible for chewing and speaking.

1. MandibleB2formal

   The lower part of the jawbone in vertebrates, which holds the lower teeth and is movable.

   mandíbula inferior

   • The dentist examined the patient's lower jaw for signs of infection.
   • A fracture of the lower jaw can be very painful.
   • The lower jaw moves up and down when chewing.