cranium

/ˈkreɪniəm/
noun
  1. The part of the skull that encloses the brain; the bones of the head.
    • Archaeologists found an ancient cranium during the dig.
    • The human cranium protects the brain from injury.
    • The doctor examined the patient's cranium for any signs of fracture.
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