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maxillofacial

/mæksɪləˈfeɪʃəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does maxillofacial mean?

adjective

Relating to the jaw and face, especially in a medical context, such as maxillofacial surgery.

Example

"The maxillofacial surgeon carefully examined the patient's jaw before performing the operation."

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