Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Occipital Bone.
Occipital Bone - as a noun
A saucer-shaped membrane bone that forms the back of the skull
Example Sentences
"The occipital bone is a thick, curved bone that forms the back and base of the skull."
"In some cases of head trauma, fractures can occur in the occipital bone."
"The occipital bone contains a large opening called the foramen magnum."
"The occipital bone articulates with the first cervical vertebra, known as the atlas."
"A rare congenital defect called occipital encephalocele can cause a portion of the brain to herniate through a defect in the occipital bone."
