osteometry

/ɒstiˈɒmɛtri/ (OS-tee-OM-eh-tree)

Definitions

1. noun

The measurement and analysis of bones, especially in the study of human or animal remains.

“The archaeologist used osteometry to determine the age and sex of the ancient skeleton.”

Synonyms

  • anthropometry
  • skeletal analysis

Antonyms

  • osteolysis