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cranial index
noun
, Craniometry.
- cephalic index.
cranial index
noun
- See cephalic indexthe ratio of the greatest length to the greatest width of the cranium, multiplied by 100: used in comparative anthropology Compare cephalic index
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Word History and Origins
Origin of cranial index1
First recorded in 1865–70
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Example Sentences
Consequently, anyone who has a cranial index of 81 ought to have a visage index of 71, etc.
From Project Gutenberg
The skull is dolichocephalic with an average cranial index of 72, prognathous and platyrrhine.
From Project Gutenberg
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