Phossy jaw Uncommon

Definition, synonyms and related words

Definitions

Noun

A disease resulting from exposure to white phosphorus causing degeneration of the teeth and jaw.

See Also

white phosphorus phosphonecrosis teeth phosphorus necrosis phosphorus poisoning jaw disease

Related Terms

white phosphorus phosphonecrosis teeth phosphorus necrosis phosphorus poisoning jaw disease

Rhyming Words

jaw ijaw lockjaw hog jaw jaw jaw underjaw move jaw crackjaw open jaw moosejaw loosejaw knifejaw glass jaw lumpy jaw lower jaw upper jaw human jaw moose jaw radium jaw bottle jaw

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