English dictionary
lockjaw
/'l/A/k,/dZ//O/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages
Synonyms tetanusSource: WordNet 3.0
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A contraction of the muscles of the jaw by which its motion is suspended; a variety of tetanus.
Source: webster1913