submaxillary

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Etymology[edit]

sub- +‎ maxillary

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submaxillary (not comparable)

  1. (anatomy) Situated under the maxilla, or lower jaw; inframaxillary.
  2. (anatomy) Of or pertaining to the submaxillary gland.
    submaxillary saliva
    submaxillary mucin

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