Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
occiput
noun
/ˈɒksɪˌpʌt/
Definition
The back part of the head or skull.
Examples
- The doctor examined the patient’s occiput for any signs of injury.
- In anatomy, the occiput is important for understanding the structure of the skull.
- The occiput plays a crucial role in determining head posture.
Meaning
The occiput refers specifically to the area located at the back of the skull, which encases and protects the brain’s occipital lobe.
Synonyms
- back of the head
- skull base
- occipital region
