buccinal

/ˌbʌsɪˈnæl/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or pertaining to the mouth or jaws; buccal

“The buccinal muscles helped him chew his food efficiently.”

2. noun

A buccinal is a part of a dental instrument.

“The dentist used a buccinal to examine the patient’s teeth.”

Synonyms

  • buccal
  • oral

Antonyms

  • aboral
  • nasal