cranium
Translation
cranium, skull
Examples
The cranium protects the brain from injury.
The cranium protects the brain from injury.
Grammar Patterns
((the cranium)) the bony case of the head The cranium protects the brain.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skull, headcase
Etymology
From Greek 'kranion' meaning 'skull'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'crane' lifting something heavy, like your head which is protected by the cranium.