craniometer

American

[krey-nee-om-i-ter] / ˌkreɪ niˈɒm ɪ tər /

noun

an instrument for measuring the external dimensions of skulls.

craniometer British

/ ˌkreɪnɪˈɒmɪtə /

noun

an instrument for measuring the cranium or skull

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Etymology

Origin of craniometer

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

Example Sentences

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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.

From Criminal Man According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso by Lombroso, Gina

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