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craniometer

craniometer

9.9
A tool for measuring the size and shape of a skull
  • noun
  • /ˌkreɪniˈɑːmɪtər/
  • Specialized
: craniómetro
  • A craniometer is essential for accurately measuring cranial capacity in forensic studies.

Examples

  • The doctor used a craniometer to assess the patient's skull size.

  • The anthropologist used a craniometer to gather data about the ancient skulls.

  • With the help of a craniometer, scientists compared the skulls of different primate species.

  • Many craniometers are designed for precise measurements.

  • A craniometer is essential for accurately measuring cranial capacity in forensic studies.

  • The anthropologist used a craniometer to gather data about the ancient skulls.

  • With the help of a craniometer, scientists compared the skulls of different primate species.

Surface Forms

craniometer singular
craniometers plural

Morphology

craniometer = meter (opaque) = cranio + meter

The word is built from the classical combining form cranio- plus meter, but the skull element is not transparent to an average B1 learner.

Etymology

The word craniometer comes from Greek parts crani- meaning 'skull', as in cranium, and -meter meaning 'measure', as in thermometer. So a craniometer is a tool to 'measure' the skull, which explains its use in studying skull size and shape.