EPICRANIUMS

EPICRANIUM

Ep`i*cra"ni*um, n. Etym: [NL. See Epi-, and Cranium.]

1. (Anat.)

Definition: The upper and superficial part of the head, including the scalp, muscles, etc.

2. (Zoöl.)

Definition: The dorsal wall of the head of insects.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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