noun
- Plural of cusps; pointed or tapering projections, especially the pointed ends of teeth or anatomical structures.
Usage: Medical/anatomical term; Formal plural of cusps
Examples
- The dentist examined the cuspides of the molars for signs of wear.
- In cardiac anatomy, the cuspides of the heart valves must close properly to prevent backflow.
- The cuspides of the upper canine teeth are typically sharper than those of other teeth.
- Medieval architecture featured towers with sharp cuspides reaching toward the sky.