bucco-, bucc-, bucca-, bucci-
(Latin: cheek; the inner or outer sides of the mouth and the face)
The deviation or change of a tooth position from the normal arch toward the cheek.
The misplacement of a tooth from its normal line of occlusion or position, when the jaws are closed, towards the cheek.
The fleshy fold, or fatty puffing, beneath the chin which forms what is called a double chin.
1. The fleshy part of either side of the face below the eyes and between the nose and ears: Cora's father kissed his daughter on the cheek.
2. British, informal: impertinent boldness, an attitude, or way of behaving that is ill-mannered and does not show proper respect: Ben had the cheek to insult his hosts at the party.
2. British, informal: impertinent boldness, an attitude, or way of behaving that is ill-mannered and does not show proper respect: Ben had the cheek to insult his hosts at the party.
Sara had the cheek to complain that her efforts to help her friend was not worth the trouble.
cheeky (CHEE kee) (adjective), cheekier, cheekiest
Relating to being impolite or discourteous and showing a lack of respect often in a way that seems playful or amusing: Ted's impertinent or impudent behavior often results in cheeky grins or expressions by those he associates with.
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gingivobuccoaxial (adjective), more gingivobuccoaxial, most gingivobuccoaxial
A reference to the gingivae, or the soft tissue lining the mouth, and the mucous membranes that produce a slippery secretion for the lips or cheeks for lubrication (make smooth with saliva), protection, etc.
umbobuccal (adjective), more umbobuccal, most umbobuccal
A reference to a projecting or bulging point on the cheek.
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