jowl

/dʒoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

The lower part of the cheek or jaw; a double chin.

“The jowl of the dog made it look old and tired.”

2. noun

A fold of skin on the side of the face, especially of a pig or other animal.

“The farmer noticed that the pig had developed a jowl on one side of its face.”

3. verb

To bulge or project, especially on the side of the face.

“The old man’s face began to jowl with age.”

Synonyms

  • cheek
  • chin
  • double chin

Antonyms

  • flat