jaw Definition

1. zool.biol.
In most vertebrates: either of the two bony structures that form the framework of the mouth and in which the teeth are set. See also mandible, maxilla.
2. The lower part of the face round the mouth and chin.
3. The mouth, especially of an animal.

Thesaurus: muzzle, mandible, maw, mouth, chops, proboscis, trap (slang).
Form: jaws
4. A threshold, especially of something terrifying.

Example: the jaws of death
Form: jaws
5. In a machine or tool: a pair of opposing parts used for gripping, crushing, etc.

Form: jaws
6. colloq
A long conversation; a talking-to; talk; chatter.

intr
jawed, jawing
1. colloq
To chatter, gossip or talk.
Thesaurus: talk, gossip, converse, chatter, yak, prate, patter, palaver.