Word: intercuspal
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: in
ter
cu
spal
Definition: Between cusps; point formed by two intersecting arcs (as from the intrados of a Gothic arch)
Morphemes:
Affix: inter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: between, amid, among, during, within, mutual, reciprocal
Etymology Compounds: Affix: inter-
Language: la
Decoded: inter-
Meaning: between, amid
Affix: cusp
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A point made by the intersection of two curved lines or curved structures, a common motif in Gothic architecture.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: cuspis
Language: la
Decoded: cuspis
Meaning: a point, spear, pointed end
Affix: -al
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Of or pertaining to. Adjectival suffix appended to various words, often nouns, to make an adjective form. Often added to words of Latin origin, but used with other words also.