temporomandibular

adjective

tem·​po·​ro·​man·​dib·​u·​lar ˈtem-pə-rō-man-ˈdi-byə-lər 

: of, relating to, being, or affecting the joint between the temporal bone and the mandible that allows for the movement of the mandible

temporomandibular dysfunction

Examples of temporomandibular in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Disorders of the jaw joint, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, can cause chronic or recurring symptoms.11 Does lockjaw affect both sides of the jaw? Lockjaw can affect one or both sides of the jaw. —Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Aug. 2025

Issues with your jaw joints are caused by TMD (temporomandibular disorders). —Calin Van Paris, Outside, 9 Aug. 2025

Sunder also said the face wrap and similar products are not ideal for everyone, raising concerns about consumers with TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) and sensitive or acne-prone skin. —Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2025

The blow fractured his temporomandibular joint, damaged his inner ear, and resulted in a two-year bout with almost constant pain and nausea. —Gillian Telling, People.com, 4 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

tempor(al) entry 3 + -o- + mandibular

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for temporomandibular

• mandibular

Medical Definition

temporomandibular

adjective

tem·​po·​ro·​man·​dib·​u·​lar ˈtem-pə-rō-man-ˈdib-yə-lər 

: of, relating to, or affecting the temporomandibular joint

temporomandibular pain and dysfunction

—George Dimitroulis