1. Plural of occipital; bones or anatomical structures of the occipital region at the back of the skull.
Usage: anatomy; medical

1. Relating to or located at the occipital bone or the back of the skull.
Usage: anatomy; medical

Examples

• The occipitals form the posterior part of the cranium.
• An occipital fracture can result from a blow to the back of the head.
• The occipital lobe is responsible for vision processing.
• Damage to the occipital region may affect balance and coordination.
• The surgeon examined the occipital bones during the autopsy.