Definitions
- Referring to the upper and lower bones of the mouth that hold the teeth. - Talking about the act of chewing or biting with the mouth. - Describing the way someone speaks or talks, especially in a forceful or aggressive manner.
- Referring to the lower jawbone in vertebrates. - Talking about the mouthpart of insects and other arthropods used for biting and chewing. - Describing the surgical procedure of wiring the jaw shut after an injury or surgery.
List of Similarities
- 1Both jaw and mandible refer to parts of the mouth or face.
- 2Both are involved in the process of biting and chewing.
- 3Both can be used in medical or scientific contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Definition: Jaw refers to both the upper and lower bones of the mouth, while mandible specifically refers to the lower jawbone.
- 2Usage: Jaw is more commonly used in everyday language, while mandible is more technical and scientific.
- 3Function: Jaw is used for biting, chewing, and speaking, while mandible is primarily used for biting and chewing.
- 4Animals: Jaw is used to describe the mouth structure of mammals, while mandible is used to describe the mouthpart of insects and other arthropods.
Remember this!
Jaw and mandible are synonyms that refer to parts of the mouth or face involved in biting and chewing. However, jaw is a more general term that includes both the upper and lower bones of the mouth, while mandible specifically refers to the lower jawbone. Additionally, jaw is more commonly used in everyday language, while mandible is more technical and scientific.
