Caput (Noun)
Meaning 1
A headlike protuberance on an organ or structure; "the caput humeri is the head of the humerus which fits into a cavity in the scapula".
Classification
Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
The upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains; "he stuck his head out the window".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Doctors carefully examined the caput of the patient to determine the extent of the injuries.
- The caput of this statue has been beautifully crafted to resemble the king's likeness.
- After the collision, paramedics checked the caput of the driver for any signs of trauma.
- The caput of the horse is adorned with a intricately designed bridle and ornate decorations.
- Surgeons worked tirelessly to repair the damage to the caput sustained during the accident.