oromandibular
/ˌɒrə(ʊ)manˈdɪbjʊlə/ /ˌɔːrə(ʊ)manˈdɪbjʊlə/Medicine
adjective
Of, relating to, or involving the mouth and (lower) jaw; especially in oromandibular dystonia noun a condition characterized by spasmodic contractions of the muscles of the mouth, tongue, and jaw, resulting in conspicuous involuntary movements and difficulties in swallowing, chewing, and speaking.
Origin
1970s. From oro- + mandibular.
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