Mouth: meaning, definitions and examples

👄

Add to dictionary

mouth

[ maʊθ ]

^{Context #1}

body part

The opening in the face through which food is ingested, as well as the source of speech and sound. It is also used for kissing, tasting, and breathing.

Synonyms

chops, lips, oral cavity

Examples of usage

She whispered in his ear, her mouth close to his cheek.
He took a bite and chewed slowly, savoring the taste in his mouth.

^{Context #2}

entrance or exit

A natural opening or entrance in a structure, such as a cave or river. It can also refer to the opening of a container or a tunnel.

Synonyms

entrance, opening, portal

Examples of usage

The mouth of the cave led into darkness.
She poured the contents of the bottle into her mouth.

^{Context #3}

express in words

To speak or articulate words, especially in a particular way. It can also refer to the action of eating or drinking something.

Synonyms

articulate, express, verbalize

Examples of usage

He mouthed his apology, unable to speak out loud.
She watched him silently, mouthing the words 'I love you'.

Translations

Translations of the word "mouth" in other languages:

🇵🇹 boca

🇮🇳 मुंह

🇩🇪 Mund

🇮🇩 mulut

🇺🇦 рот

🇵🇱 usta

🇯🇵 口 (くち)

🇫🇷 bouche

🇪🇸 boca

🇹🇷 ağız

🇰🇷 입

🇸🇦 فم

🇨🇿 ústa

🇸🇰 ústa

🇨🇳 嘴 (zuǐ)

🇸🇮 usta

🇮🇸 munnur

🇰🇿 ауыз

🇬🇪 პირი

🇦🇿 ağız

🇲🇽 boca

Word origin

The word 'mouth' has its origins in Old English 'mūþ', which is related to Dutch 'mond' and German 'Mund'. The Proto-Indo-European root is 'men-' meaning 'to project, speak'. The concept of the mouth as an organ for eating, speaking, and kissing has been central to human communication and survival throughout history.