skull

• Nom désignant la structure osseuse qui forme la tête et renferme le cerveau chez les vertébrés, ou, par extension, la tête ou la mort.

A noun referring to the bony structure that forms the head and encloses the brain in vertebrates.

1. Bone structure of the headA2formalmedical

   The bony structure that forms the head, enclosing and protecting the brain.

   Crâne (structure osseuse de la tête)

   • The archaeologist carefully examined the ancient skull.
   • A severe blow to the skull can cause brain injury.
   • The human skull consists of several fused bones.

   Synonymesbrainpancraniumhead

2. B1informal

   A representation of a human skull, often used as a symbol of death or danger.

   Tête de mort

   • The pirate flag featured a skull and crossbones.
   • He wore a t-shirt with a skull printed on it.
   • The skull symbol is often used on warning labels for poisons.

   Synonymesmemento moriskull and crossbones