curve

(kurv) [L. cur’oum]. A non-angular deviation from a straight course in a line or surface. Barnes’ c., the segment of a circle whose center is the promontory of the sacrum, the concavity looking dorsad. 6. of Carus, the normal axis of the pelvic outlet. Damoiseau’s c., Ellis’ line. See under line. dental c., the curve of the teeth. The various portions in the curve are distinguished as follows: alinement c., that portion which pa es through the center of the teeth; buccal c., the portion from cuspid to third molar; compensating c., the occlusal line of bicuspids and molars; labial c., the portion from cuspid to cuspid. c. of is and Garland. See Filis’ line, under line. Harrison’s c. See Harrison's groove, under groove. mouscle c., a myogram.