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craniometric point

craniometric point

9.9
A spot on the skull used to measure its shape
  • noun
  • /ˌkreɪniəˈmɛtrɪk pɔɪnt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : punto craniométrico
  • One commonly used craniometric point is the nasion, located at the intersection of the frontal and nasal bones.

Examples

  • The scientists measured several craniometric points to compare skull shapes among species.

  • Each craniometric point must be precisely identified to ensure accurate data.

  • The craniometric point is crucial for accurate measurements.

  • Can you identify the craniometric point on the skull?

  • The researcher marked each craniometric point on the skull to take precise measurements.

  • The nasion is a key craniometric point used in anthropometric studies.

  • To analyze the evolution of hominids, scientists measure various craniometric points on the skull.

Surface Forms

craniometric point singular
craniometric points plural

Morphology

craniometric + point

The meaning is directly compositional: 'craniometric' (relating to measurement of skulls) modifies 'point' (a specific position), yielding a specific landmark used for skull measurements. This follows a standard ADJ+NOUN pattern and would be derivable by a learner who knows both constituent words.

Etymology

Craniometric point comes from the idea of a small marked spot on the skull used for measuring. Imagine a fixed point on the cranium, the skull, that scientists use again and again to take the same 'measurement', and that's why the phrase means a specific named spot used as a reference for skull measurements.