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buccal adj

Buccal means relating to the inside of the mouth, especially the cheek. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of buccal

  • relating to the inside of the mouth, especially the cheek

Usage examples of buccal

The dentist checked the buccal side of each tooth near the cheek.

A buccal swab collects cells from inside the mouth.

The tablet dissolves in the buccal area instead of being swallowed.

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