Definition of "submaxilla" []

• The lower jaw or mandible, especially in humans. (noun)

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• "Although an animal suffering with a complete and often compound and comminuted fracture of the submaxilla presents at times a serious aspect, the prognosis of the case is comparatively favorable, and recovery is usually only a question of time."