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Vocabulary Entry
occipital
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to the occiput or the back of the head.
Example Sentences
"The occipital lobe is crucial for visual processing."
"She applied pressure to the occipital area to relieve her headache."
"In humans, the occipital bone forms the back and base of the skull."
N
noun
The occipital region or occipital bone of the skull.
Example Sentences
"The doctor examined the occipital for any injuries."
"The occipital is one of the key bones in the structure of the cranium."
"Pain in the occipital area can often indicate nerve issues."