underjaw

/ˈʌndərˌdʒɔ/

Definitions

1. noun

The lower jaw or chin.

“The boxer’s underjaw took a hard blow during the fight.”

2. verb

To strike or hit someone or something below the jaw.

“The attacker underjawed his opponent and sent him flying.”

Synonyms

  • chin
  • lower jaw

Antonyms

  • upper jaw
  • upper jawbone