That part of the skull consisting of the bones enclosing the brain, but not including the bones of the face or jaw.
Synonym of skull.
The upper portion of the skull, including the neurocranium and facial bones, but not including the jawbone (mandible).
The head; the part of the body of an animal or human which contains the brain, mouth and main sense organs.
The head as the seat of mental capacity or intellect.
To nod repeatedly.