Read by: 42,845 pet lovers. Mandibulectomy is a surgical procedure in which a portion of the lower jaw is removed. This can involve both sides of the jaw or just one side. Up to three-quarters of the entire lower jaw can be removed.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  attune(Verb) to bring into musical accord. 2  attune(Verb) to tune an instrument. 3  attune(Verb) to bring into harmony or accord.
Obtundation refers to less than full alertness (altered level of consciousness), typically as a result of a medical condition or trauma. The root word, obtund, means dulled or less sharp cf. obtuse angle. 1  The dictionary definition of obtundation at Wiktionary.  v.