brachycephalic

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having a short and broad head.

  - "The breed of dog known for its short, broad head is called brachycephalic."
  - "Many cats, such as the Persian, are brachycephalic."

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Variants

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brachycephalic , brachycephalies , brachycephaly

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'brachy' meaning short and 'cephalos' meaning head.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'brachycephalic' is often used in veterinary medicine to describe breeds of animals that have a short and broad head.

2. Brachycephalic breeds of animals can have health issues related to their short snouts, such as breathing difficulties.

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Related Concepts

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1. Microcephalic: The opposite of brachycephalic, referring to an abnormally small head.

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Culture

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Brachycephalic breeds of animals, such as bulldogs and Persian cats, have gained popularity due to their unique appearance and have been featured in various forms of media, including literature, art, and film.

How to Memorize "brachycephalic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a head that is short and broad to remember the meaning of brachycephalic.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with breeds of animals, such as bulldogs and Persian cats, that have a short and broad head.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Greek roots 'brachy' and 'cephalos' to help remember the meaning.

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