Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chin
noun
/tʃɪn/
Definition
The protruding part of the face below the mouth, formed by the lower jaw.
Examples
- The child looked up at his mother, resting his chin on her knee.
- After the fall, he had a small bruise on his chin.
- She pushed her chin forward, showing her determination.
Meaning
The chin is the area of the face where the lower jawbone ends and can often be used to express certain emotions or be part of one’s facial structure.
Synonyms
- jaw
- jawline
- mandible
