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Lockjaw.
Lockjaw - as a noun
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 (Exact Relations)
tetanus7Example Sentences
"He suffered from lockjaw after being bitten by a poisonous snake."
"The doctor diagnosed him with lockjaw due to his rigid jaw muscles."
"People with lockjaw may have difficulty eating or drinking."
"The patient was treated for lockjaw with antitoxin medication."
"She developed lockjaw after stepping on a rusty nail."
Word Game Points
Is LOCKJAW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lockjaw is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LOCKJAW has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is LOCKJAW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lockjaw is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLOCKJAW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is LOCKJAW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lockjaw is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLOCKJAW has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.
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