Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calvarium
Noun
/kælˈvɛərɪəm/
Definition
The upper part of the skull that encloses the brain.
Examples
- The surgeon focused on the calvarium during the cranial procedure.
- In children, the calvarium is still developing and may differ in shape compared to adults.
Meaning
The calvarium refers specifically to the dome-like part of the skull that protects the brain and consists of several bones.
Synonyms
- Skullcap
- Braincase
