💀skull

noun
/skʌl/

Meaning

the bony structure that forms the head and protects the brain
the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

Example Sentences

The archaeologists found an ancient human skull.

The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.

Example Expressions

skull and crossbones

Synonyms

cranium, head, braincase, noggin, dome, head bone
Entry 1
cranium, head, braincase, noggin, dome
Entry 2
cranium, head bone, braincase

Antonyms

none, flesh, brain, soft tissue
Entry 1
none, flesh
Entry 2
brain, soft tissue

Collocations

fractured skull, human skull, skull bones, skull shape, skull fracture, skull bone, thick skull
Entry 1
fractured skull, human skull, skull bones, skull shape
Entry 2
human skull, skull fracture, skull bone, thick skull

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