opisthognathous

[ op-is-thog-nuh-thuhs ]

adjective

, Zoology.

1. having receding jaws.

opisthognathous

/ ˌɒpɪsˈθɒɡnəθəs /

adjective

1. (of a person or animal) having receding jaws

Derived Forms

• ˌopisˈthognathism, noun

Other Words From

• opis·thogna·thism noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of opisthognathous¹

First recorded in 1860–65; opistho- + -gnathous

Word History and Origins

Origin of opisthognathous¹

C19: from Greek opisthen behind + -gnathous

Example Sentences

Opisthognathous, op-is-thog′nā-thus, adj. having retreating jaws or teeth.

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