admaxillary
|ad-max-il-lar-y|
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/ædˈmæksɪˌlɛri/
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/ædˈmæksɪləri/
near the upper jaw
Etymology
Etymology Information
'admaxillary' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'admaxillaris,' where 'ad-' meant 'near' and 'maxilla' meant 'jawbone.'
Historical Evolution
'admaxillaris' transformed into the English word 'admaxillary' through scientific Latin usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'near the jawbone,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
situated near or attached to the maxilla (upper jawbone).
The admaxillary glands are located near the upper jaw.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/10 03:06