Medical Root Words
Cephal-
Commonly seen in neurology, anatomy, and various medical specialties.
Literal Meaning
Head
Actual Meaning
This refers to the HEAD. So "cephalgia" means headache.
Examples in Context

Cephalometry is the measurement of the head's dimensions.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'cephal' as in 'cephalalgia' for headache.
  • 2Many terms with 'cephal' relate to the brain or head structure.
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