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chin
(chin), [TA]The prominence formed by the anterior projection of the mandible, or lower jaw.
Synonym(s): mentum [TA]
[A.S. cin]
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chin
(chĭn)n.
The central forward portion of the lower jaw.
chin′less adj.
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chin
The lower part of the face, the core structure of which is provided by the mandible.CHIN
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chin
(chin) [TA]The prominence formed by the anterior projection of the mandible, or lower jaw.
Synonym(s): mentum.
Synonym(s): mentum.
[A.S. cin]
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
chin
(chin) [TA]Prominence formed by anterior projection of the mandible, or lower jaw.
[A.S. cin]
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012