1. the upper part of the head or skull, especially the forehead
Usage: medical; anatomical

Examples

• The physician examined the patient’s sinciput for signs of injury.
• In anatomy class, we learned that the sinciput forms the front portion of the skull.
• The sinciput was unmarked despite the severity of the accident.
• Ancient skulls often show wear patterns on the sinciput.
• The medical report noted swelling in the sinciput region.