lockjaw

23 points English 7 letters Uncommon Commonness #45,069 Valid in: US and UK dictionaries

Definitions

noun

an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Word forms

plural lockjaws

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

Synonyms

an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection

tetanus

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

Crossword clues

“A contraction of the muscles of the jaw by which its motion is suspended; a variety of tetanus.” web-def

Anagrams

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Words you can make from LOCKJAW

walk jack law la ow low lock aw al cow lack jo

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7 Letter Words Words Starting With L Words Ending in W