Synonyms for "jaw"
1 kid-friendly synonyms for jaw, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "jaw" mean?
The word jaw is a noun that means: the bone in your face that holds your teeth and lets you chew.
Example: "My jaw is sore."
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for jaw
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
FAQ — synonyms for jaw
What is a good synonym for jaw in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try mandible. For older students, "mandible" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does jaw have?
We list 1 grade-appropriate synonyms for jaw across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is jaw a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, jaw is used as a noun.
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