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pericranium

noun/ˌpɛrɪˈkreɪniəm/

the connective tissue that envelopes the bones of the skull

The pericranium is essential for the healing process after a skull fracture, as it provides a rich supply of blood vessels and connective tissue.

periosteumcranial coveringskull cap
word origin — From Greek 'peri' meaning 'around' and 'kranion' meaning 'skull'.

Word Ultra — Set 99

Set 99 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: pericranium, philodox, lamia, velleity, appanage. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. pericranium · noun/ˌpɛrɪˈkreɪniəm/

    the connective tissue that envelopes the bones of the skull

    The pericranium is essential for the healing process after a skull fracture, as it provides a rich supply of blood vessels and connective tissue.

    Synonyms: periosteum, cranial covering, skull cap

    Origin: From Greek 'peri' meaning 'around' and 'kranion' meaning 'skull'.

  2. philodox · noun/ˌfɪl.əˈdɑks/

    a person who loves or has an excessive interest in opinions

    During the debate, the philodox could not contain his excitement, eagerly sharing his opinions on every matter at hand.

    Synonyms: opinionated person, dogmatist, doctrinaire

    Origin: The word 'philodox' originates from the Greek 'philos' meaning 'loving' and 'doxa' meaning 'opinion'.

  3. lamia · noun/ˈleɪ.mi.ə/

    a mythical female creature that preys on children and often depicted as a seductive woman with a serpent's lower body

    The legend spoke of a lamia who lured unsuspecting children with her enchanting voice, only to reveal her true, terrifying form beneath the moonlight.

    Synonyms: spirit, succubus, siren

    Origin: From Latin lamia, from Greek lamia, a female demon or monster

  4. velleity · noun/vəˈliː.ɪ.ti/

    a slight wish or inclination not strong enough to lead to action

    Despite his occasional velleity to learn the piano, he never committed to taking lessons.

    Synonyms: wish, desire, inclination

    Origin: from Latin 'velle', meaning 'to wish or will'

  5. appanage · noun/ˈæpəˌneɪdʒ/

    a provision or grant that supports an individual or group, typically hereditary in nature

    The prince received his estate as an appanage, ensuring his financial independence from the crown.

    Synonyms: grant, allowance, subsidy

    Origin: From Middle French 'apanage', meaning 'the action of partaking' and derived from 'apaner', meaning 'to give a share'.