maxillae

Noun

The plural form of maxilla, referring to the two upper jawbones in most vertebrates.

ریشه

From Latin 'maxilla' meaning 'jaw, jawbone'.

مثال

• The maxillae are crucial for chewing and speaking.
• The surgeon repaired the damage to the maxillae.
• The maxillae hold the upper set of teeth.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Maxillae bones Maxillae fractures Maxillae surgery