submentum

/sʌbˈmɛn.təm/

Definitions

1. noun

The part of the mandible (lower jawbone) that forms the lower border of the jaw.

“The submentum plays a crucial role in the development and growth of the lower jawbone in humans and animals.”

Synonyms

  • lower jaw
  • mentum

Antonyms

  • supermentum
  • upper jaw