1. having jaws that project forward beyond the normal facial line
Usage: anatomical; technical

Examples

• The prognathous skull showed clear signs of jaw protrusion.
• Certain primate species exhibit prognathous facial features.
• The fossil’s prognathous characteristics helped scientists identify the species.
• Orthodontic treatment can sometimes correct prognathous conditions.
• The anthropologist noted the prognathous profile in the ancient remains.
• Some dog breeds naturally have prognathous jaw structures.