jaw

The word “jaw” has 1 syllable: jaw

It's pronounced as /dʒɔː/

What is synonym and antonym for jaw?

In the thesaurus, “jaw” has 134 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for jaw along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for jaw

noun
1. One of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth.
2. The part of the face below the mouth.
3. Anything resembling the jaw of an animal in form or action; especially plural, the mouth or way of entrance.
4. A notch or opening.
5. A notched or forked part, adapted for holding an object in place.
6. One of a pair of opposing parts which are movable towards or from each other, for grasping or crushing anything between them.
7. The inner end of a boom or gaff, hollowed in a half circle so as to move freely on a mast.
8. Impudent or abusive talk.
9. Axle guard.
10. The curved part of the cushion marking the entry to the pocket.
verb
1. To assail or abuse by scolding.
2. To scold; to clamor.
3. To talk; to converse.
4. (of a ball) To stick in the jaws of a pocket.
adjective
1. (used in certain set phrases like jaw harp, jaw harpist and jaw's-trump).

The dentist examined the patient's jaw to assess any signs of misalignment or discomfort.
His jaw dropped in astonishment as he witnessed the incredible acrobatic performance.
She clenched her jaw tightly to suppress her frustration during the tense meeting.
The boxer's powerful punch landed squarely on his opponent's jaw, sending him staggering backward.
The hiker marveled at the sheer size of the bear's jaw as it gnawed on a fallen tree trunk.

On this page you'll find 145 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jaw, such as: abuse, admonish, approve, assail, attack, babble, backchat.

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