Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈa͡ʊld] (IPA) 
The word "jowled" is spelled with a "j" sound followed by "ow" and "ld". In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be written as /dʒaʊld/. This word refers to having prominent or sagging flesh on the lower jaw or cheek area. It is commonly used when describing certain dog breeds such as bulldogs or basset hounds, but it can also be used to describe a person with similar facial features.
The term "jowled" is an adjective that commonly refers to a physical feature or characteristic of a person's face or animal's muzzle. It describes the presence of prominent, heavy, or pendulous cheeks or jowls. When someone is described as jowled, it means that their lower face displays a relatively large and saggy appearance due to the prominence of their cheeks. This feature is often associated with aging or being overweight, as it typically becomes more pronounced over time or with excessive fat deposits in the face.
In regards to animals, particularly certain dog breeds, "jowled" may describe the characteristic drooping skin or flesh on the lower jaw or muzzle. These breeds may exhibit an accumulation of loose and wrinkled tissue, giving the appearance of heavy jowls. This trait is often seen in dogs used for hunting or tracking, such as bloodhounds, because the loose skin helps to trap scent particles.
Overall, the term "jowled" is used to depict a facial feature characterized by prominent and saggy cheeks or the presence of drooping skin on an animal's lower jaw or muzzle.
The word "jowled" is derived from the Middle English word "jolle", which originally referred to the jaw or the lower part of the face. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote the fleshy, hanging lower part of the cheeks or the jawline. The term "jowled" is an adjective form of "jowl", meaning having prominent or sagging cheeks or a heavy jaw.
