Jowl

usgb/dʒaʊl/
noun

The lower part of a person's or animal's cheek, particularly when it is fleshy or sagging.

As she grew older, she noticed her jowls starting to sag.
Visual representation of "jowl" - The lower part of a person's or animal's cheek, particularly when it is fleshy or sagging

Often appears as...

  • sagging jowls
  • fleshy jowls
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Physical Description

Use 'jowl' to describe parts of the face that can become saggy with age or weight gain.

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Grandpa's jowls shook when he laughed.
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Negative Connotation

The word 'jowl' can imply an undesirable physical feature, often related to aging.

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She covered her jowl with her scarf.
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Human and Animals

Remember, 'jowl' is applicable both to human beings and animals.

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The bulldog's jowls drooped comically.
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