lockjaw

Noun

Meaning

A contraction of the muscles of the jaw by which its motion is suspended; a variety of tetanus.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

tetanus black death attack ringworm erysipelas access arrest influenza measles herpes hernia pertussis itch arteriosclerosis heartburn

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Antonyms

help relief calm

Hypernyms

infection

Examples

But along with that, he is also the author/artist of many comics, including the popular series Lockjaw and the Pet AvengersFranklin Richards: Son of a Genius, for which he was nominated for multiple Eisner Awards and received a Harvey Award. Source: Internet

Lockjaw took it upon himself to track them down but Mr. Fantastic doesn't seem too bothered by the fact that a dog is wielding the most powerful force in the universe. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Lockington-Hemington Lockist Lockitt lockjawed lockkeeper Locklear