skull (Meaning)
skull (n)
the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates
skull (n.)
A school, company, or shoal.
The skeleton of the head of a vertebrate animal, including the brain case, or cranium, and the bones and cartilages of the face and mouth. See Illusts. of Carnivora, of Facial angles under Facial, and of Skeleton, in Appendix.
The head or brain; the seat of intelligence; mind.
A covering for the head; a skullcap.
A sort of oar. See Scull.
Synonyms & Antonyms of skull
skull Sentence Examples
- The skull's intricate network of bones protected the delicate brain within.
- The forensic anthropologist examined the skull to determine the victim's age, sex, and ancestry.
- The trophy hunters proudly displayed the animal's skull as a testament to their conquest.
- The Halloween costume featured a skull-shaped mask that sent shivers down spines.
- The artist's painting depicted a haunting scene of a skull resting atop a mound of bones.
- The skull of the dinosaur provided valuable insights into the creature's evolutionary history.
- The medical student diligently studied the skull's anatomy to prepare for future surgeries.
- The detective held the skull in his gloved hands, searching for clues that could lead to the killer.
- The human skull is a marvel of engineering, providing strength and flexibility while accommodating delicate organs.
- The skull and crossbones symbol has long been associated with pirates and danger.
FAQs About the word skull
the bony skeleton of the head of vertebratesA school, company, or shoal., The skeleton of the head of a vertebrate animal, including the brain case, or cranium,
cranium, braincase, scalp,head, crown, death's-head, poll, pate, noddle,noggin
No antonyms found.
The skull's intricate network of bones protected the delicate brain within.
The forensic anthropologist examined the skull to determine the victim's age, sex, and ancestry.
The trophy hunters proudly displayed the animal's skull as a testament to their conquest.
The Halloween costume featured a skull-shaped mask that sent shivers down spines.
