Definition

In a manner that relates to the skull or head.

Example

The doctor examined the patient cranially to assess any potential head injuries.

Conversation

I read that some animals react cranially to certain stimuli.

That's interesting! How does that work?

Well, it means their brain processes the information directly related to their head.

Got it! Nature is really fascinating when you think about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cranially → It is formed from "cranium" (from Latin "cranium", meaning skull) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "cranially" refers to something that is in a manner relating to the skull.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'cranium' which refers to the skull, and remember that 'cranially' means in a manner relating to the skull.

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