adj
Meaning 1
Straight-jawed.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: orthognathous
Antonyms: none provided
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orthognathic
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adj
Meaning 2
Of or pertaining to the correction of the jaws.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- orthognathic surgery
- orthognathic procedure
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From ortho- (“straight, correct”) + -gnathic (suffix forming adjectives relating to the jaw), after New Latin orthognathus.
Across languages
Translations
1 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Greek: ορθογναθικός (orthognathikós) — straight-jawed