Synonyms for

Skulls

Verb / skʌlz / Another word for skulls — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The bony structures in the head that enclose the brain and form the face of a human or animal.

Synonyms & similar words

skull bones craniums noggins heads skellies skeletons remains carcass cadaver corpse deceased exoskeleton frame structure framework anatomy physiology form

Synonyms by register

Formal

cranium skullcap

Informal

noggin bonce head

Literary

death's crown ivory dome

Antonyms

life birth creation vitality animation spirit

Common collocations

  • human skulls
  • animal skulls
  • skulls and crossbones
  • skulls of the dead
  • skulls unearthed
  • ancient skulls
  • skulls found

Word family

noun skull
verb skulk

Usage note

While 'skull' primarily refers to the bony framework of the head, it is often used metonymically to represent death or mortality, especially in contexts like 'skulls and crossbones'.

Example sentences

  1. The archaeologist found ancient skulls buried in the ground.
  2. The biology class learned about the different parts of the human skull.
  3. The Halloween decorations included fake skulls and bones.
  4. The artist used skulls as inspiration for their latest painting.
  5. The dog buried a bone in the backyard near the old animal skulls.

Quotes

  • 'I have a skull that sings a song.' - Tom Waits
  • 'Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live.' - Norman Cousins
  • 'I look like a geeky hacker, but I don't know anything about computers.' - Thom Yorke

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