jaw in Malay

rahang

UK/d͡ʒɔː/

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Australia/d͡ʒoː/

jaw in Malay: rahang. In English, jaw means one of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth.

Malay words for jaw

bone holding the teeth: rahang

English meaning of jaw

noun One of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth.
noun The part of the face below the mouth.
noun Anything resembling the jaw (sense 1) of an animal in form or action; the mouth or way of entrance.
noun A notch or opening.

Full definition of jaw

jaw in a sentence

His jaw dropped in amazement.
the jaws of a pass; the jaws of darkness; the jaws of death.
the jaw of a railway-car pedestal.

Synonyms of jaw

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jaw in other languages

Questions about jaw in Malay

What is the meaning of jaw in Malay?: Jaw in Malay is rahang.
Apakah maksud jaw dalam bahasa Melayu?: Jaw: rahang.
What does jaw mean in English?: Jaw means one of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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