Biparietal

/ˌbaɪpəˈraɪətəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving both parietal bones, which are the large flat bones that form the sides and roof of the skull.

Etymology

From 'bi-' (two) and 'parietal' (relating to the parietal bones), used in anatomy and medical terminology.

Kelly Says

Doctors measure biparietal diameter on ultrasounds during pregnancy to estimate a baby's growth—it's literally measuring the width of the developing brain!

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