English Explanatory Dictionary

skull and crossbones

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A depiction of a human skull and two crossed femurs (thighbones), a symbol of death traditionally used on the Jolly Roger pirate flag, but now used on chemical containers and other hazardous items as an indicator of warning of toxicity or other life-threatening dangers or risks.

Pronunciation

/ˌskʌl n̩ ˈkɹɒsbəʊnz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-skull and crossbones.wav /ˌskʌl n̩ ˈkɹɔsboʊnz/ /-ˈkɹɑs-/

Word forms

skull and crossbones skulls and crossbones skull-and-crossbones

Related words

☠ deathskull
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