hypognathous
adjective
hy·pog·na·thous
(ˈ)hī¦pägnəthəs
1
: having the lower jaw longer than the upper
2
: having the mouthparts ventrally directed
—used especially of certain insects with biting mouthparts directed downward and often somewhat backward
compare prognathous
Dictionary Entries Near hypognathous
Cite this Entry
“Hypognathous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hypognathous. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share