buccal meaning

buccal as an adjective

1. of or relating to or toward the cheek
   • the buccal aspect of the gum

   Related forms: cheek

2. of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located
   • the oral cavity
   • the oral mucous membrane
   • the oral surface of a starfish
   • a buccal gland

   Synonyms: oral

How to pronounce buccal

buccal is pronounced /ˈbjukəl/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with buccal

• ducal