Mandibular Meaning in English
word
ˌmænˈdɪbjuɫɝ
man-DIB-yuh-ler
mændˈɪbjʊlɐ
man-DIB-yuh-luh
Definition
Related to the lower jawbone (mandible) in humans and animals, often used in medical, dental, or anatomical contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in anatomical, dental, or medical settings. Common collocations: 'mandibular nerve', 'mandibular fracture', 'mandibular movement'. Not used for the upper jaw (that is 'maxillary').
Spanish: mandibularPortuguese (BR): mandibularPortuguese (PT): mandibularChinese (Simplified): 下颌的Chinese (Traditional): 下顎的Hindi: मैंडिबुलरArabic: فكي (خاص بالفك السفلي)Bengali: মান্ডিবুলারRussian: нижнечелюстнойJapanese: 下顎のVietnamese: hàm dướiKorean: 하악의Turkish: mandibular - alt çene ile ilgiliUrdu: جبڑے (نچلا) سے متعلقIndonesian: mandibula - rahang bawah
Example Sentences
The mandibular bone supports the lower teeth.
basic
Dentists often check the mandibular area for problems.
basic
A mandibular fracture requires medical attention.
basic
She had pain in her mandibular joint after the accident.
natural
The dentist explained that my wisdom tooth was close to the mandibular nerve.
natural
Swelling in the mandibular region can make it hard to chew.
natural