broad-headed

Thân thiện

A broad-headed hammer rests on the carpenter's workbench.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having a head that is broad in proportion to its length: This term describes a physical characteristic where the width of the head is relatively large compared to its length from front to back. It is often used in biological and anthropological contexts.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • The anthropologist noted that the ancient skull was distinctly broad-headed.
  • Some dog breeds, like the Pug, are naturally broad-headed.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Anthropological Context: The term is synonymous with "brachycephalic," a formal classification in craniometry.
  • Brachycephalic, or broad-headed, skull types are common in certain populations.

Variants and Related Words

• Brachycephalic (adj): The formal, scientific equivalent of "broad-headed."
• Brachycephaly (n): The condition of having a broad head.

Synonyms

• Brachycephalic: Having a short, broad head.
• Round-headed: Having a head that is round in shape (can be similar in some contexts).

Antonyms

• Dolichocephalic: Having a long, narrow head.
• Long-headed: Having a head that is long in proportion to its width.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. having a brachycephalic head

Từ đồng nghĩa

• roundheaded
• short-headed