phrenology
noun
a psychological theory or analytical method based on the belief that certain mental faculties and character traits are indicated by the configurations of the skull.
phrenologic
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a word derived from
phrenology.
Example Sentences
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Always curious—a phrenologic doctor told me I had the bump of wonder—I took hold of it, and found it to be adherent.
From Canada and the Canadians, Vol. 2 by Richard Henry Bonnycastle
Perhaps I'd better mention here Who and what the "shiners" were, Who gave of yore such sturdy thumps, And brought forth phrenologic bumps Unknown to scan of craniology, With bludgeons or aid of geology.
From Recollections of Bytown and Its Old Inhabitants by William Pittman Lett
