braincase

noun
UK: /ˈbreɪnkeɪs/
US: /ˈbreɪnkeɪs/

  1. The part of the skull that protects the brain.

    1. The braincase is strong to protect the head. [ ] [ ]
    2. Damage to the braincase can result in permanent brain injury if not treated. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

cranium skull

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "braincase" is /ˈbreɪnkeɪs/ in British English and /ˈbreɪnkeɪs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "braincase": cranium, skull.

Example usage of "braincase": "The braincase is strong to protect the head.". More examples on the page.