1. either of the two bones in the face that hold the teeth
2. the mouth and chin area of the face
3. either of two parts of a tool or machine that grip or hold something

1. to talk in an angry or critical way
Usage: informal

Examples

• She broke her jaw in the accident.
• The boxer had a strong jaw.
• He clenched his jaw in anger.
• The vise has powerful steel jaws.
• The pliers’ jaws gripped the wire tightly.
• My mother was jawing at me about my messy room.
• The coach jawed at the players during practice.