jaw
UK/dʒɒ:/US
TOEFLB2
Definitions
n.
Either of the two bones that form the framework of the mouth and hold the teeth
颌，颚
v.
To talk at length; to scold or lecture someone
唠叨，闲谈；训斥
Root Breakdown
Native Englishjawother
=jaw
Example Sentences
- 1.
The dog's powerful jaw enabled it to bite with tremendous force.
- 2.
Her mother began to jaw at her about cleaning her room.
- 3.
The patient's jaw was wired shut after the dental surgery.