skull
skull Lexical Profile
skull Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The bony framework of the head of vertebrates that encloses and protects the brain and supports the face.
"The archaeologist carefully brushed dirt away from the human skull found at the excavation site."
The head or mind, often used informally to refer to intelligence, intellect, or common sense.
"He needs to get it through his thick skull that the deadline is absolutely non-negotiable."
• verb
To hit a ball above its center, causing it to travel low to the ground and often too far (especially in golf).
"He managed to skull his approach shot right over the green and into the back bunker."
To strike someone or something directly on the head.
"The furious player was immediately ejected after attempting to skull his opponent with a bat."
Word Nuance & Usage
"Skull" (the bony framework of the head) is frequently confused with its homophone "scull," which refers to a type of oar or a specific style of rowing.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Middle English 'skulle', probably from Old Norse 'skalli' meaning 'bald head', and linguistically related to Old English 'scealu' meaning 'shell' or 'husk'.
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