cusp

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)

cusp
    n 1: point formed by two intersecting arcs (as from the intrados
         of a Gothic arch)
    2: a thin triangular flap of a heart valve [syn: {cusp},
       {leaflet}]
    3: small elevation on the grinding surface of a tooth

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Cusp \Cusp\ (k[u^]sp), n. [L. cuspis, -idis, point, pointed
   end.]
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   1. (Arch.) A triangular protection from the intrados of an
      arch, or from an inner curve of tracery.
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   2. (Astrol.) The beginning or first entrance of any house in
      the calculations of nativities, etc.
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   3. (Astron) The point or horn of the crescent moon or other
      crescent-shaped luminary.
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   4. (Math.) A multiple point of a curve at which two or more
      branches of the curve have a common tangent.
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   5. (Anat.) A prominence or point, especially on the crown of
      a tooth.
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   6. (Bot.) A sharp and rigid point.
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from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Cusp \Cusp\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Cusped} (k[u^]spt); p. pr. &
   vb. n. {Cusping}.]
   To furnish with a cusp or cusps.
   [1913 Webster] cuspate

from V.E.R.A. -- Virtual Entity of Relevant Acronyms (June 2006)

CUSP
       Commonly Used System Program (DEC)