Definition of Craniometry

1. Noun. The branch of physical anthropology dealing with the study and measurement of dry skulls after removal of its soft parts.

Generic synonyms: Physical Anthropology
Derivative terms: Craniometric, Craniometrical

Definition of Craniometry

1. n. The art or act of measuring skulls.

Definition of Craniometry

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Medical Definition of Craniometry

1. The scientific measurement of the dimensions of the bones of the skull and face. It applies to measurement of the dead skull as opposed to cephalometry, measurements performed on the living skull. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Craniometry

craniology
craniology
craniomalacia
craniomandibular disorders
craniomeningocele
craniometaphysial dysplasia
craniometer
craniometer
craniometric
craniometric
craniometrical
craniometric point
craniometric points
craniometries
craniometry (current term)
craniometry (current term)
craniopagus
craniopagus occipitalis
craniopagus parasiticus
craniopathy
craniopharyngeal
craniopharyngeal canal
craniopharyngeal duct
craniopharyngioma
craniophore
cranioplasty
craniopuncture
craniorrhachidian
craniorrhachischisis
craniosacral

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