Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

buccally

Adverb

/ˈbʌk.əl.i/

Definition

In a manner that pertains to the inside of the cheeks or the area surrounding the mouth.

Examples

The medication was applied buccally for faster absorption.
He instructed her to hold the lozenge buccally until it dissolved.
Buccally administered drugs can provide an effective alternative route for delivery.

Meaning

Buccally refers to actions or processes that take place in relation to the buccal cavity, which is the space within the mouth that is bounded by the cheeks.