Calvaria
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kælˈvɛəɹi.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calvaria is a noun meaning (anatomy) The dome or roof of the skull, the skullcap.
Meaning
(anatomy) The dome or roof of the skull, the skullcap.
More Meanings
- plural of calvarium
Example Sentences
CD105 Thy1- progenitor populations derived from regions of the fetal mandible or calvaria that do not undergo endochondral ossification formed only bone without marrow in our assay.
Word Forms
- calvariae
- calvarias
Synonyms for calvaria
Depending on context, synonyms include calvarium, skullcap.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include skullcap, calva, skull-cap, cupola, cranium, scullcap.
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