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Definition of Isocephalism
1. n. A peculiarity in the design of bas-relief by which the heads of human figures are kept at the same height from the ground, whether the personages are seated, standing, or mounted on horseback; -- called also isokephaleia.
Definition of Isocephalism
1. Noun. (arts) A peculiarity in the design of bas relief by which the heads of human figures are kept at the same height from the ground, whether the characters are seated, standing, or mounted. ¹
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Medical Definition of Isocephalism
1. A peculiarity in the design of bas-relief by which the heads of human figures are kept at the same height from the ground, whether the personages are seated, standing, or mounted on horseback. Synonym: isokephaleia. Origin: From Gr. Like-headed. See Iso-, and Cephalon. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)