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n. - The jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth; A fullness and looseness of the flesh of the lower cheek and jaw (characteristic of aging).

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  • 'jowl' of earthenware -- that was the local word for it -- a batch of dough was set before a fire to rise.
  • From this we saluted the semi-lunar jowl of the moon.
  • Paymaster, laughing till his jowl purpled over his stock.
  • He shot a quick glance of dislike at Richford's heavy jowl.
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  • A "jewel" is a (precious stone), a "joule" is (a measure of energy in physics). Do not confuse these with "jowl" which refers to the jaw and the loose skin of the throat).
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