skulls
word · lemma: skull
/ˈskəɫz/
/skˈʌlz/
Definition
The bones that form the head of a person or animal; in the plural, refers to two or more of these bony structures.
Usage & Nuances
Used in scientific and medical contexts, as well as in culture (art, symbolism, decorations). Common phrases: 'human skulls', 'animal skulls'. Not the same as 'head', which includes soft tissues.
Spanish: cráneosPortuguese (BR): crâniosPortuguese (PT): crâniosChinese (Simplified): 头骨Chinese (Traditional): 頭骨Hindi: खोपड़ियाँArabic: جماجمBengali: খুলিRussian: черепаJapanese: 頭蓋骨Vietnamese: hộp sọKorean: 두개골Turkish: kafataslarıUrdu: کھوپڑیاںIndonesian: tengkorak
Example Sentences
There are two skulls on the table.
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Scientists studied ancient skulls.
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Some animals have very thick skulls.
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The museum displays dinosaur skulls in a special exhibit.
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Kids love drawing pirate flags with skulls on them.
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After Halloween, stores often have plastic skulls on sale.
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