skull
/skʌl/
B1 · Intermediate★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
the bone structure of a person's or animal's head
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📚Academic Writing📰News & Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The doctor checked my skull after I hit my head on the door.”
“Pirates used to put a skull and crossbones on their flag.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
The main bones of the head considered as a unit; including the cranium, facial bones, and mandible.
Related Words
Synonyms:
craniumhead bone
Word Family:
skullskulls