1. a belt-like anatomical structure or band of tissue
Usage: anatomy; medical
2. a ridge around the base of a tooth crown
Usage: dentistry

Examples

• The cingulum connects different regions of the brain’s limbic system.
• Dentists examine the cingulum when assessing tooth structure.
• The anterior cingulum plays a role in emotional processing.
• A prominent cingulum can affect the tooth’s appearance.
• Researchers studied the cingulum’s function in memory formation.
• The cingulum forms during early tooth development.