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Definition of jowly

jowly

/ˈdʒaʊ.li/
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• adjective

1

Having heavy, loose, or drooping flesh around the lower cheeks and jaw.

Example

"The aging bulldog had a lovable, jowly face that drooped whenever he rested his chin on his paws."

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• Rhymes for jowly

• Nearby Words

jovially
jovibarba
jowl
jowly
joy
joyful
joyfully

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the noun 'jowl' plus the adjectival suffix '-y'. 'Jowl' derives from Old English 'ceafle' (jaw) blended with 'ceole' (throat).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jowly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jowly
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