jaw: Meaning and Definition of

jaw

1. either of two bones, the mandible or maxilla, forming the framework of the mouth.
2. the part of the face covering these bones, the mouth, or the mouth parts collectively: My jaw is swollen.
3. anything resembling a pair of jaws or evoking the concept of grasping and holding: the jaws of a gorge; the jaws of death.
4. the jaws of a vise.
1. one of two or more parts, as of a machine, that grasp or hold something:the jaws of a vise.
2. any of two or more protruding parts for attaching to or meshing with similar parts.
5. Often,Also calleda forked piece at the end of a gaff, fitting halfway around the mast.
1. idle talk; chatter.
2. impertinent talk.

1. to talk; chat; gossip.
2. to scold or use abusive language.

1. to scold.

jaw

1. a swelling wave of water; billow.

1. (of liquid) to surge, splash, or dash forward, as in waves.

1. to pour or splash (liquid).