Definition

A model created from the shape of the inside of a skull, showing the details of the brain's surface.

Example

The scientist examined the endocast to study the brain's structure of the ancient species.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an endocast?

No, what is that?

It's a cast made from the impression of the brain inside the skull.

That sounds fascinating! How do they make it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endocast → It is formed from "endo-" (from Greek "endon", meaning within) and "cast" (from Latin "castare", meaning to throw or to mold). The word "endocast" refers to a cast made from the inside of a structure, particularly in paleontology, where it describes the internal mold of a fossilized organism's cavity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'endo-' meaning 'within' and 'cast' meaning 'to mold' — an endocast is a mold made from the inside of something.

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