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Jaw
01
mandíbula, maxilar inferior
the lower bone of the face containing the chin and the bottom teeth
Exemplos
Chewing gum for too long can sometimes cause soreness in the jaw.
Mascar chiclete por muito tempo às vezes pode causar dor na mandíbula.
02
the bony structure of a vertebrate's skull that frames the mouth and holds the teeth
Exemplos
The surgeon repaired the damaged jaw with plates and screws.
03
one of the opposing parts of a tool or device that closes to grip, hold, or secure an object
Exemplos
The mechanical jaws of the clamp prevented the object from slipping.
to jaw
01
to bite or chew food
Exemplos
He jawed a carrot as a healthy snack.
02
to converse casually or socially
Exemplos
They jawed idly in the park, enjoying the sunshine.
03
conversar, tagarelar
to talk at length in a tedious or annoying way
Exemplos
The colleague jaws incessantly during meetings, often derailing the agenda.
O colega tagarela incessantemente durante as reuniões, muitas vezes descarrilando a agenda.
04
to reprimand angrily or seriously
Exemplos
The officer jawed the driver for reckless behavior.
