Brainpans

/ˈbreɪnˌpænz/ noun

Definition

The plural of brainpan; multiple skulls or skull cavities.

Etymology

Plural form of 'brainpan,' adding the regular English plural -s. Inherits the compound structure and archaic nature of its singular form.

Kelly Says

The plural of 'brainpan' appears mostly in older literature and fantasy writing now. Modern speakers use 'skulls' instead, showing how technical or specialized terms often get replaced by simpler, more common words over time.

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