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

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

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

The force of the blow dislocated Sanchez’s jaw, permanently damaging both her temporomandibular joints, which connect the jawbone to the skull. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Mar. 2026

Insecure guys might consider chewing rock-hard gum to chisel their profiles (potentially putting themselves at risk for temporomandibular disorders) or seeking out jawline filler. — The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 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