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procephalic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /prəˈsɛfəlɪk/

KK: /prəˈsɛfəlɪk/

adjective
Definition

This word describes something that is located at or near the front part of the head.


Example

The procephalic region of the organism is crucial for its sensory functions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever noticed how some animals have a procephalic structure?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's interesting how that can affect their behavior and movement.
Sloth A
Right? It’s like their head shape is designed for specific functions.
Sloth B
Exactly! Nature has some amazing adaptations.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
frontal
anterior
forehead
Antonyms
posterior
rear
back
Root Explanation

Procephalic → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning before or in front of) and "kephalē" (Greek for head). The word refers to something related to the head that is situated in front or before.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pro-' meaning 'in front of' and 'kephalē' meaning 'head' — this helps you remember that procephalic relates to something in front of the head.

Visually Confused Words
pyrgocephalic
prosencephalic
postcephalic
polycephalic
pericephalic
acrocephalic
cephalic
porencephalic
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