"Tricyclic" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A tricyclic compound is a molecule that has three rings of atoms connected in a chain. In English, the term "tricyclic" is most commonly used in chemistry, particularly in the context of tricyclic antidepressants, which are a class of medications used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. In this context, tricyclic antidepressants, also known as TCAs (tricyclic antidepressants), have a three-ring structure.
Tricyclic can also refer to a three-wheeled vehicle, such as a tricycle or a tricylo-Bonnet three wheeled motor vehicle.
The word "tricuspidalis" is a Latin word that is an adjective, derived from the prefix "tri" meaning "three" and "cuspid-" meaning "peak" or "cusp". In anatomy, it refers to something having or relating to three cusps or pointed edges, often used to describe structures in the heart or other parts of the body.<br><br>In medical contexts, the term tricuspidalis is often used to describe the tricuspid valve, which is one of the heart valves that separates the right atrium and right ventricle. The tricuspid valve has three cusps or flaps, hence the name.
Having or shaped like the trikuspid valve of the heart: of a tricuspid valve, which has three cusps or flaps.
A vehicle with three wheels, typically powered by pedals and steered by handles, used for short-distance transportation, especially for children.
A tricycle is a three-wheeled bicycle or cycle powered by pedaling with the feet. It typically has one wheel at the front and two wheels at the back.
A series of three connected or recurring cycles.<br><br>Example: The tricyclic variations of the theme were used throughout the musical composition.<br><br>Tricyclic antidepressants: a type of medication used to treat depression and other mood disorders, characterized by having three rings or "rings" in its chemical structure.
Three-toed.<br><br>Relating to or having three claws or digits, especially on the feet or paws of an animal.