Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cranium
noun
/ˈkreɪ.ni.əm/
Definition
The cranium is the part of the skull that encloses the brain.
Examples
- The cranium consists of several bones fused together.
- In medicine, injuries to the cranium can lead to serious consequences.
- The study of the cranium is important in anthropology for understanding human evolution.
Meaning
The cranium protects the brain and supports the facial structure.
Synonyms
- skull
- head
- braincase
