cranial
word
Definition
Relating to the skull or cranium, especially the part that encloses the brain.
Usage & Nuances
Used in medical, anatomical, and scientific contexts. Common collocations: 'cranial nerves', 'cranial cavity', 'cranial trauma'. Rare outside technical language; do not confuse with 'spinal' (related to the spine).
Spanish: cranialPortuguese (BR): cranianoPortuguese (PT): cranianoChinese (Simplified): 颅骨的Chinese (Traditional): 顱骨的Hindi: कपाल संबंधीArabic: جمجمي
Example Sentences
The doctor examined her cranial bones after the accident.
basic
Humans have twelve pairs of cranial nerves.
basic
The brain is protected by the cranial cavity.
basic
He suffered a cranial injury but recovered fully.
natural
A cranial scan can help diagnose brain problems early.
natural
The cranial features of the fossil were remarkably preserved.
natural