Tricuspid
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /tɹaɪˈkʌspɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tricuspid is an adjective meaning (dentistry) Having three cusps, e.g. a molar tooth.
Meaning
(dentistry) Having three cusps, e.g. a molar tooth.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) Describing the valve, between the right atrium and ventricle of the heart, that has three triangular segments
- A molar tooth that has three cusps
Word Forms
- tricuspids
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tricuspidal, tricuspal, tritubercular, multicuspidate, tricuspoid, multicuspid.
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