brachycephalic Definition
having a relatively broad, short skull with a cephalic index over 80.
Using brachycephalic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "brachycephalic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Pugs are a brachycephalic breed of dog.
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The ancient Egyptians depicted their gods with brachycephalic features.
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Brachycephalic skulls are more prone to respiratory issues.
brachycephalic Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for brachycephalic
- short-headed
- wide-skulled
Origins of brachycephalic
from Greek 'brachys' meaning 'short' and 'kephalē' meaning 'head'
Summary: brachycephalic in Brief
'Brachycephalic' [brak-ee-suh-fal-ik] is an adjective that describes a relatively broad, short skull with a cephalic index over 80. This term is often used in the context of describing certain breeds of dogs or ancient depictions of gods. Brachycephalic skulls are more prone to respiratory issues.
