Dictionary Entry
maw
nounFind the meaning of the word maw, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The gaping mouth or throat of a voracious animal, or a large, dark opening.
Example Sentence
The boat sailed cautiously into the maw of the dark cave.
Usage Note
Used to describe a large, gaping, and often frightening opening, such as an animal's mouth, a cave entrance, or a metaphorical abyss that threatens to consume.