Used in technical medical contexts, often relating to surgery.

Medical Precision

Has historical significance, being used in ancient medical procedures.

Historical Use

When used as a verb, it specifically refers to the action of making a hole in the skull.

It's often associated with urgent medical procedures to relieve pressure.

This noun form is outdated and not commonly used in modern English.

Refers to someone deceitful; helps to understand character traits in historical texts.

Reflects a more active form of deceit or trickery, often for personal gain.

This verb form is almost never used in contemporary English; typically found in old texts.