Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Maxillae.
Maxillae - as a noun
Either of the two bones that together form the upper jaw.
(arthropodology) one of a set of paired mouthparts found in many arthropods and used for tasting and manipulating food.
Example Sentences
"The maxillae are the two jaw bones in vertebrates located below the eyes."
"In insects, the maxillae serve as mouthparts for feeding."
"The maxillae of a crab are used for manipulating and crushing food."
"The maxillae in birds are adapted for grasping and manipulating prey."
"Turtles have bony maxillae that support their beak-like jaws."
Word Game Points
Is MAXILLAE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, maxillae is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MAXILLAE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is MAXILLAE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, maxillae is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMAXILLAE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is MAXILLAE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, maxillae is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMAXILLAE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
