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maxillary

/mæksɪləri/ adjective · British & US
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What does maxillary mean?

adjective

Relating to the jaw or the upper jawbone. In dentistry, referring to the upper jaw or maxilla.

Example

"The maxillary sinus is a large air-filled cavity located in the maxilla bone."

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