brachycephaly

/ˌbrækɪˈsɛfəli/
noun
  1. The condition of having a short, broad head; same as brachycephalism.
    • Archaeologists found evidence of brachycephaly in the skulls from that region.
    • Brachycephaly can be a normal trait in some dog breeds, but it may cause health issues.
    • The pediatrician checked the baby for brachycephaly, which can sometimes be corrected with a helmet.
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