An upper jaw especially of humans and other mammals in which the bony elements are closely fused.

plural of maxilla

plural of maxilla

(anatomy) A paranasal sinus found in the body of the maxilla.

(anatomy) Of or relating to the jaw or jawbone. / (zootomy) Of or pertaining to the maxillae of an arthropod.

(anatomy) Alternative form of maxilla. / (anatomy) A tooth growing from the upper jawbone.

plural of maxillary sinus

Alternative form of maxillary.

small antenna-like sensory appendage emerging from the maxilla

plural of maxillary