skull
Translation
skull
Examples
The pirate flag has a skull and crossbones.
The pirate flag has a skull and crossbones.
He suffered a fractured skull in the accident.
He suffered a fractured skull in the accident.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((skull)) the bony framework of the head The pirate flag has a skull and crossbones.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cranium.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'skalli' meaning 'bald head, skull'.
Memory Tips
Think of a pirate's flag (Jolly Roger) which has a skull on it.