Tetanus, by another name (7)

I believe the answer is:

lockjaw

(Other definitions for lockjaw that I've seen before include "Graphic word for tetanus" , "Form of tetanus with rigidly closed mouth" , "trap closer" , "Serious condition" , "Form of tetanus in which mouth is tightly closed" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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