lockjaw


lock·jaw

noun \ˈläk-ˌj\

Definition of LOCKJAW

: an early symptom of tetanus characterized by spasm of the jaw muscles and inability to open the jaws; also : tetanus

First Known Use of LOCKJAW

1803

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