acrocephalic

/ækroʊsɛfəˈlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a skull with an abnormally short, pointed cranium, often due to a congenital condition or genetic disorder

“The doctor examined the infant, who was born acrocephalic due to a rare genetic condition.”

2. noun

a person or animal with an abnormally short, pointed cranium, often due to a congenital condition or genetic disorder

“The child was diagnosed as acrocephalic and was referred to a specialist for further treatment.”

Synonyms

  • craniotic
  • dolichocephalic

Antonyms

  • dolichocephalic
  • macrocephalic