Jaw /(ja̤)/
Jaw
n.
- One of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth. (Anat.)
- Fig.: Anything resembling the jaw of an animal in form or action; esp., pl., the mouth or way of entrance; as, the jaws of a pass; the jaws of darkness; the jaws of death.
- A notch or opening. (Mach.)
- The inner end of a boom or gaff, hollowed in a half circle so as to move freely on a mast. (Naut.)
- Impudent or abusive talk. [Slang]
Phrases & Compounds
- Jaw bit
- a bar across the jaws of a pedestal underneath an axle box.
- Jaw breaker
- a word difficult to pronounce.
- Jaw rope
- a rope which holds the jaws of a gaff to the mast.
- Jaw tooth
- a molar or grinder; a back tooth.
Jaw
v. i.
imp. & p. p. Jawed; p. pr. & vb. n. Jawing
- To scold; to clamor. [Law]
- To talk idly, long-windedly, or without special purpose.
Jaw
v. t.
- To assail or abuse by scolding. [Law]