skull

• Существительное, обозначающее костную структуру, образующую голову и заключающую в себе мозг у позвоночных.

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.

   Череп

   • 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.

   Синонимыbrainpancraniumhead

2. B1informal

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

   Череп

   • 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.

   Синонимыmemento moriskull and crossbones