brachycnemic

/brækɪˈsniːmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a short or underdeveloped neck.

“The brachycnemic dinosaur struggled to see its surroundings due to its limited neck mobility.”

2. noun

A brachycnemic individual, especially in reference to a person with a short neck.

“The doctor examined the patient, who was a classic example of a brachycnemic due to her short neck.”

Synonyms

  • brachydactylic
  • short-necked

Antonyms

  • dolichocephalic
  • long-necked