jaw (EN)

substantivo, verbo

substantivo “jaw”

1. maxilar
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   The dentist examined her lower jaw carefully to check for any cavities.
2. mandíbula
   When she saw the surprise party her friends had thrown for her, her jaw dropped in disbelief.
3. mandíbulas (no sentido de estar sob o controle ou risco de algo ruim)
   The ship narrowly escaped the jaws of the treacherous whirlpool, sailing into calmer waters.
4. mordente
   He tightened the jaws of the vise to secure the piece of wood for cutting.

verbo “jaw”

1. conversar
   We jawed for hours about our favorite movies and didn't even notice how late it got.