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cusp

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noun

A sharp point or pointed end.

Examples :

"The cat sharpened its claws on the cusp of the chair leg. "

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An important moment when a decision is made that will determine future events.

Examples :

"The company stood at a cusp, deciding whether to invest in new technology or stick with their old methods. "

time event future situation stage point

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A point of a curve where the curve is continuous but has no derivative, but such that it has a derivative at every nearby point.

Examples :

"The student's graph showed a sharp cusp at the point where the line suddenly changed direction. "

math technical point

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noun

A point made by the intersection of two curved lines or curved structures, a common motif in Gothic architecture.

Examples :

"The cathedral window featured a delicate cusp where the two arches met, adding to its Gothic charm. "

architecture art building structure point

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noun

A boundary between zodiacal signs and houses.

Examples :

"Maria was born on October 23rd, putting her on the cusp between Libra and Scorpio. "

astrology astronomy position time sign

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noun

Any of the pointed parts of a canine tooth or molar.

Examples :

"The dentist pointed to the cusp of my molar on the X-ray, explaining that it had a small crack. "

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A flap of a valve of a heart or blood vessel.

Examples :

"The doctor examined the patient's heart and noticed a problem with a cusp of the mitral valve. "

anatomy medicine organ part physiology

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verb

To behave in a reckless or dangerous manner.

Examples :

"Teenagers sometimes cusp when they first get their driver's licenses, speeding and showing off to their friends. "

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