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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

maw

/mɔː/ noun · British & US
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What does maw mean?

noun

The mouth of a large animal, especially a carnivore, or a large opening in the earth. A large or wide opening, such as a cave or a mouth.

Example

"The shark's maw was filled with razor-sharp teeth."

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