cranio-

American  

1. a combining form representing cranium in compound words.

   craniotomy.

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cranio- British  

combining form

1. indicating the cranium or cranial

   craniotomy

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Usage

What does cranio- mean? Cranio- is a combining form used like a prefix representing the word cranium, the skull, especially the part that covers the brain. It is often used in medical terms, especially in anatomy.Cranio- ultimately comes from the Greek krāníon, meaning “skull.”What are variants of cranio-?When combined with words or word elements that begin with a vowel, cranio- becomes crani-, as in craniectomy.

Example Sentences

Matthew’s appearance also drastically improved, and Chesney Price documented the changes to share with other parents facing this condition in photos posted to Matthew’s Facebook page, “Cranio Warrior Matthew.”

From Washington Times

Specialized ‘cranio facial depiction” software later added muscles and tissue to the image.

From Washington Times

Na tarde seguinte à crise da falta de medicamento, enquanto examinava os ultrassons da gravidez que mostravam o crânio subdesenvolvido de Daniel, Jaqueline encontrou uma foto dele sorrindo.

From New York Times

"The loudspeaker represents the media. The media is trying to say something but is being interrupted," said Asin, who uses a pseudonym for his street art to protect his identity and said he is inspired by Cranio, a graffiti artist from Brazil.

From Reuters

She dons the words “cranio princess” on her purple shirt, which she pairs with a purple tutu.

From Washington Times