Scull: meaning, definitions and examples

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scull

 

[ skสŒl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

rowing

A scull is a type of oar used for rowing, typically shorter than a sweep oar and designed for one rower to use on their own. Sculling involves the rower holding an oar in each hand and propelling the boat forward by pulling the oars through the water.

Synonyms

oar, paddle, row

Examples of usage

  • Sarah excelled at sculling, winning multiple races in her single scull.
  • The scull was crafted from lightweight materials to ensure maximum efficiency.
Context #2 | Noun

anatomy

In anatomy, the term scull is sometimes used to refer to the skull, the bony structure that protects the brain. The skull is composed of several bones that are joined together and provide support and protection for the brain.

Synonyms

cranium, head, skull

Examples of usage

  • The scull consists of the cranium and the mandible.
  • The scull is an important part of the human skeletal system.

Translations

Translations of the word "scull" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น crรขnio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ‹เคชเคกเคผเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schรคdel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tengkorak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะตั€ะตะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czaszka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ ญ่“‹้ชจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรขne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ crรกneo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kafatasฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‘๊ฐœ๊ณจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌู…ุฌู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lebka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lebka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคด้ชจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lobanja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรบpus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ•แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™llษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ crรกneo

Word origin

The word 'scull' has a long history, dating back to Old English and Middle English. It originally referred to a drinking vessel or bowl, which later evolved into the term used for rowing. The term 'scull' in reference to the anatomy of the skull has Latin origins, derived from 'scutella' meaning a dish or platter. Over time, the word has come to represent both a rowing implement and a part of the human body, showcasing its versatility and evolution in the English language.

See also: sculler, sculling.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,811 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.