maxillula
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Example:While the maxillula assists in feeding, the mandible primarily functions in biting and crunching food in many animals.
Definition:A lower jaw, especially in vertebrates.
From mandible
Example:The maxillula, in contrast to opposable thumbs, does not possess a grasp or manipulation capability but serves in another capacity.
Definition:Capable of being placed in opposition to or against something else, often related to body parts being able to grasp or manipulate objects.
From opposable
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