Braincase (Noun)
Meaning
The part of the skull that encloses the brain.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Anthropologists studied the shape and size of the braincase to learn more about human evolution.
- The fossil's braincase was incomplete, but researchers could still infer some characteristics of the ancient species.
- In anatomy class, students learned about the braincase and its protective functions.
- Paleontologists carefully excavated the delicate braincase of the dinosaur skull.
- The accident had damaged the victim's braincase, requiring immediate surgery to relieve pressure on the brain.