canthus

[ kan-thuhs ]

noun

, Anatomy.

, plural can·thi [kan, -thahy].

1. the angle or corner on each side of the eye, formed by the junction of the upper and lower lids.

canthus

/ ˈkænθəs /

noun

1. the inner or outer corner or angle of the eye, formed by the natural junction of the eyelids

Derived Forms

• ˈcanthal, adjective

Other Words From

• canthal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of canthus¹

1640–50; < New Latin, Latin < Greek kanthós; cant ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of canthus¹

C17: from New Latin, from Latin: iron tyre

Example Sentences

An incision is made outwards and slightly upwards from the canthus.

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The conjunctiva and outer canthus are then united with sutures.

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The globe is first enucleated and the outer canthus divided.

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The speculum is opened to its full width without undue strain on the canthus and is kept in position by tightening the screw.

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Canthotomy is simple division of the outer canthus without stitching the conjunctiva into the wound.

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