masticator

/mæsˈtɪkeɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

a muscle of the jaw that is involved in chewing

“The masticator muscle plays a crucial role in the process of mastication.”

2. noun

an individual or thing that masticates

“The masticator of the meal was the large dog with sharp teeth.”

Synonyms

  • chewer
  • cruncher
  • gnasher

Antonyms

  • swallower