buccal

adjective

buc·​cal ˈbə-kəl How to pronounce buccal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, near, involving, or supplying a cheek
the buccal surface of a tooth
the buccal branch of the facial nerve
2
: of, relating to, involving, or lying in the mouth
the buccal cavity
buccally adverb

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This treatment combines aromatherapy, lymphatic drainage acupressure, and a buccal massage to release tension, reduce puffiness, and sculpt your face —perfect for vacation photos. Rana Good, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 The Practise also offers buccal or intra-oral massage that targets lower face laxity plus microcurrent and LED therapies, among others. Bea McMonagle, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 Rumors swirled of him getting a facelift, botox, and buccal fat removal, but the former football player never talked about what he’s done. Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 10 Feb. 2025 For those unfamiliar, a buccal facial involves a technique where the therapist massages the muscles inside the cheeks and jawline. Tira Urquhart, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for buccal

Word History

Etymology

Latin bucca cheek

First Known Use

circa 1721, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of buccal was circa 1721

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“Buccal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buccal. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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buccal

adjective
buc·​cal ˈbək-əl How to pronounce buccal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, near, involving, or supplying a cheek
the buccal surface of a tooth
the buccal branch of the facial nerve
2
: of, relating to, involving, or lying in the mouth
the buccal cavity
buccally adverb

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