mandibular_gland | ||
1. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) a salivary gland inside the lower jaw on either side that produces most of the nocturnal saliva; discharges saliva into the mouth under the tongue | |
Synonyms: | submaxillary_salivary_gland submandibular_gland submandibular_salivary_gland submaxillary_gland | |
Related terms: | salivary_gland | |
Similar spelling: |
mandibular_condyle mandibular_fossa mandibular_bone mandibular_notch mandibular_joint mandibulofacial |