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chin (chin) the anterior prominence of the lower jaw; the mentum.
chin (chn)
n.
The prominence formed by the anterior projection of the lower jaw.

chin,
the raised triangular portion of the mandible and the soft tissue over it below the lower lip. It is formed by the mental protuberance.

chin,
n the raised triangular extension of the anterior portion of the mandible below the lower lip. It is formed by the mental protuberance of the mandible.
chin cup,

chin
the anterior prominence of the lower jaw; the mentum.

fat-chin, chin edema
lower lip swelling or nodules; part of the feline eosinophilic granuloma complex.
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Fat-chin in a cat.
stripped chin
see labial avulsion.


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