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fontanel

/fon-tn-el/US // ˌfɒn tnˈɛl //

囟门,囟房,囟头,囟囟

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    Anatomy.

    • : one of the spaces, covered by membrane, between the bones of the fetal or young skull.

Examples

  • But you gave the lion's share of the dances to Captain Fontanel.

  • That day Captain Fontanel called, and was vastly concerned to hear that Betty was unwell.

  • The bridesmaids arrived, each wearing the pretty brooch presented by Captain Fontanel.

  • The trunks stood ready packed, all but one, and labelled with the name of Mrs. Fontanel.

  • If the large fontanel on the head is not yet closed, the same will gradually bulge out as the disease progresses.