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dolichocephalic

/dɒlɪkəˈsɛfælɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does dolichocephalic mean?

adjective

Having a long and narrow skull shape, typically with a cranial index of 75 or above. Describing a skull or head shape that is longer than it is wide.

Example

"The anthropologist studied the dolichocephalic skulls of the ancient civilization."

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