Submaxillary

adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Situated under the maxilla, or lower jaw; inframaxillary. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Of or pertaining to the submaxillary gland. not-comparable

    "submaxillary saliva"

Synonyms

All synonyms
submandibular

Etymology

From sub- + maxillary.

Related phrases

submaxillary ductsubmaxillary gland

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