Jowl/dʒaʊl/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Description Use 'jowl' to describe parts of the face that can become saggy with age or weight gain. Grandpa's jowls shook when he laughed. Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation The word 'jowl' can imply an undesirable physical feature, often related to aging. She covered her jowl with her scarf. Pro Tip 3/3Human and Animals Remember, 'jowl' is applicable both to human beings and animals. The bulldog's jowls drooped comically.