tricuspid
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //traɪˈkʌspɪd//
KK: /traɪˈkʌspɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has three points or projections, often used in reference to certain types of teeth or heart valves.
Example
The tricuspid valve is important for regulating blood flow in the heart.
Conversation
Did you know that some teeth are called tricuspid because they have three points?
Really? I had no idea teeth could be classified like that.
Yeah, it’s interesting how our bodies have such specific details.
For sure! I love learning about anatomy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
threefold
triangular
ternary
Antonyms
single
dual
bifid
noun
Definition
A part of the body or an organ that has three pointed parts or projections, often referring to a type of tooth or a heart valve.
Example
The dentist explained that the tricuspid tooth is important for grinding food.
Conversation
Did you know that the human heart has a tricuspid valve?
Yeah, I learned about that in biology class!
It's interesting how it helps control blood flow.
Root Explanation
Tricuspid → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "cuspis" (from Latin, meaning point or cusp). The word "tricuspid" refers to having three points or cusps, typically used to describe a type of heart valve with three flaps.
Memory Tip
Think of 'three' ('tri-') points or flaps ('cuspis') when you remember that 'tricuspid' refers to something with three points.
Visually Confused Words
bicuspid
pluricuspid
multicuspid
cuspid