Occipital
/ɒkˈsɪp.ɪ.təl/noun
Relating to the back part of the head or skull.
Did you know?The term 'occipital' derives from Latin roots meaning 'behind the head,' hinting at ancient beliefs about the significance of the brain's rear in intuition and vision.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
occipitalis
“Of or pertaining to the back of the head.”
Old French
Old French
occipital
“Relating to the back of the skull.”
Middle English
Middle English
occipital
“Referring to the anatomical term for the posterior part of the head.”
Modern English
English
occipital
“Adopted directly from Latin to describe anatomical features.”