Meaning of the word skull in English

What does skull mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

skull

US /skʌl/

UK /skʌl/

a bony framework enclosing the brain of a vertebrate; the skeleton of a person's or animal's head.

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The human skull protects the brain.

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Archaeologists discovered an ancient skull at the excavation site.

Synonym:

cranium braincase

to hit someone hard on the head.

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He threatened to skull anyone who dared to cross him.

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The boxer aimed to skull his opponent with a powerful punch.

Synonym:

hit strike clobber thump