craniometer

[krey-nee-om-i-ter]

noun

1. an instrument for measuring the external dimensions of skulls.

craniometer

/ ˌkreɪnɪˈɒmɪtə /

noun

1. an instrument for measuring the cranium or skull

Word History and Origins

Origin of craniometer¹

First recorded in 1875–80; cranio- + -meter

Example Sentences

In homage to these ideas, I applied to the clinical examination of cases of mental alienation the study of the skull, with measurements and weights, by means of the esthesiometer and craniometer.

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