As used herein, “side” refers to a structure or part of a structure including, but not limited to: one of a longer bounding surfaces or lines of an object especially contrasted with the ends, a line or surface forming a border or face of an object, either surface of a thin object, a bounding line or structure of a geometric figure or shape, and the like. A side can also refer to a geometric edge of a polygon (two-dimensional shape) and/or a face or surface of a polyhedron (three-dimensional shape). Side can also refer to a location on a structure. For example, a side can be a location on a structure at, or near, a furthest position away from a central axis of the structure. As used herein, the term “side” can include one or more modifiers that define and/or orient and/or distinguish the side of an object from others based on based on where and/or how the object is deployed within or in relation to a second object. For example, in the context of an implant for a patient, sides of the implant may be labeled based on where the sides are relative to the patient when the implant is deployed. As one example, an “anterior side” of an implant, instrument, anatomical structure, or other structure refers to a side that is anterior to other sides of the structure in relation to a patient when the structure is deployed in the patient. As another example, in the context of an instrument used with a patient, sides of the instrument may be labeled based on where the sides are when the instrument is being used for its purpose. As one example, a “front side” of an instrument refers to a side that is facing a user of the instrument when the instrument is in use. … more As used herein, “side” refers to a structure or part of a structure including, but not limited to: one of a longer bounding surfaces or lines of an object especially contrasted with the ends, a line or surface forming a border or face of an object, either surface of a thin object, a bounding line or structure of a geometric figure or shape, and the like. A side can also refer to a geometric edge of a polygon (two-dimensional shape) and/or a face or surface of a polyhedron (three-dimensional shape). Side can also refer to a location on a structure. For example, a side can be a location on a structure at, or near, a furthest position away from a central axis of the structure. As used herein, the term “side” can include one or more modifiers that define and/or orient and/or distinguish the side of an object from others based on based on where and/or how the object is deployed within or in relation to a second object. For example, in the context of an implant for a patient, sides of the implant may be labeled based on where the sides are relative to the patient when the implant is deployed. As one example, an “anterior side” of an implant, instrument, anatomical structure, or other structure refers to a side that is anterior to other sides of the structure in relation to a patient when the structure is deployed in the patient. As another example, in the context of an instrument used with a patient, sides of the instrument may be labeled based on where the sides are when the instrument is being used for its purpose. As one example, a “front side” of an instrument refers to a side that is facing a user of the instrument when the instrument is in use.

As used herein, “edge” refers to a structure, boundary, or line where an object, surface, or area begins or ends. An edge can also refer to a boundary or perimeter between two structures, objects, or surfaces. An edge can also refer to a narrow part adjacent to a border. In certain embodiments, an edge can be a one dimensional or a two-dimensional structure that joins two adjacent structures or surfaces. Furthermore, an edge may be at a perimeter of an object or within a perimeter or boundary of an object. … more As used herein, “edge” refers to a structure, boundary, or line where an object, surface, or area begins or ends. An edge can also refer to a boundary or perimeter between two structures, objects, or surfaces. An edge can also refer to a narrow part adjacent to a border. In certain embodiments, an edge can be a one dimensional or a two-dimensional structure that joins two adjacent structures or surfaces. Furthermore, an edge may be at a perimeter of an object or within a perimeter or boundary of an object.

As used herein, “cutting edge” refers to an edge designed, adapted, configured, or engineered to facilitate cutting into another structure or object to remove parts of the structure or object and/or to cut through the structure or object . Examples of a cutting edge, include, but are not limited to, an edge of a knife, tooth, blade, saw, cutting feature, abrading feature, or the like. … more As used herein, “cutting edge” refers to an edge designed, adapted, configured, or engineered to facilitate cutting into another structure or object to remove parts of the structure or object and/or to cut through the structure or object . Examples of a cutting edge, include, but are not limited to, an edge of a knife, tooth, blade, saw, cutting feature, abrading feature, or the like.

As used herein, a "marking" or "marker" refers to a symbol, letter, lettering, word, phrase, icon, design, color, diagram, indicator, figure, structure, device, apparatus, surface, component, system, or combination of these designed, intended, structured, organized, configured, programmed, arranged, or engineered to communication information and/or a message to a user receiving, viewing, or encountering the marking. The marking or "marker" can include one or more of a tactile signal, a visual signal or indication, an audible signal, and the like. In one embodiment, a marking may comprise a number or set letters, symbols, or words positioned on a surface, structure, color, color scheme, or device to convey a desired message or set of information. … more As used herein, a "marking" or "marker" refers to a symbol, letter, lettering, word, phrase, icon, design, color, diagram, indicator, figure, structure, device, apparatus, surface, component, system, or combination of these designed, intended, structured, organized, configured, programmed, arranged, or engineered to communication information and/or a message to a user receiving, viewing, or encountering the marking. The marking or "marker" can include one or more of a tactile signal, a visual signal or indication, an audible signal, and the like. In one embodiment, a marking may comprise a number or set letters, symbols, or words positioned on a surface, structure, color, color scheme, or device to convey a desired message or set of information.

As used herein, “tooth” or "teeth" refers to a structure(s) including a natural body part of a person or animal and/or a structure that functions and/or is structured like a similar structure of a person or animal. A tooth can include a base, one or more sides, and an edge. The edge may come to a point or may taper to a sharp edge. The edge or point may serve to tear or cut through or otherwise engage other objects such as food or other materials. A tooth can also refer to a projection resembling or suggesting the tooth of an animal or person in shape, arrangement, or action. (search "tooth" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) A tooth may be made of natural materials such as bone-like material and/or enamel or may be made of a variety of materials including, but not limited to, metal, plastic, ceramic, wood, fiberglass, acrylic, carbon, biocompatible materials, biodegradable materials or the like. … more As used herein, “tooth” or "teeth" refers to a structure(s) including a natural body part of a person or animal and/or a structure that functions and/or is structured like a similar structure of a person or animal. A tooth can include a base, one or more sides, and an edge. The edge may come to a point or may taper to a sharp edge. The edge or point may serve to tear or cut through or otherwise engage other objects such as food or other materials. A tooth can also refer to a projection resembling or suggesting the tooth of an animal or person in shape, arrangement, or action. (search "tooth" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) A tooth may be made of natural materials such as bone-like material and/or enamel or may be made of a variety of materials including, but not limited to, metal, plastic, ceramic, wood, fiberglass, acrylic, carbon, biocompatible materials, biodegradable materials or the like.

As used herein, “slot” refers to a narrow opening or groove. (search "slot" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) … more As used herein, “slot” refers to a narrow opening or groove. (search "slot" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.)

As used herein, “column” refers to a number of objects arranged or aligned such that they follow an organized generally vertical line. Typically, the organized line is a straight vertical line. In certain embodiments, the organized line can be a curved line that extends vertically. (search "column" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified) … more As used herein, “column” refers to a number of objects arranged or aligned such that they follow an organized generally vertical line. Typically, the organized line is a straight vertical line. In certain embodiments, the organized line can be a curved line that extends vertically. (search "column" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified)

As used herein, “row” refers to a number of objects arranged or aligned such that they follow an organized line. Typically, the organized line is a straight horizontal line. In certain embodiments, the organized line can be a curved line or may extend in a vertical and horizontal direction. (search "row" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified) … more As used herein, “row” refers to a number of objects arranged or aligned such that they follow an organized line. Typically, the organized line is a straight horizontal line. In certain embodiments, the organized line can be a curved line or may extend in a vertical and horizontal direction. (search "row" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified)

As used herein, “bevel” refers to an edge of a structure that is not perpendicular to the faces of the piece, the edge has a slope or slant or angled profile and can refer to a sloped surface. Often a cutting tool such as a blade or tooth can have a beveled edge that facilitates the cutting edge in cutting into a target material. "bevel" and "chamfer" can be used interchangeably herein. (Search "bevel" on Wikipedia.com May 17, 2021. CC-BY-SA 3.0 Modified. Accessed Aug. 04, 2021; search "bevel" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified; search "bevel" on wordhippo.com. WordHippo, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) … more As used herein, “bevel” refers to an edge of a structure that is not perpendicular to the faces of the piece, the edge has a slope or slant or angled profile and can refer to a sloped surface. Often a cutting tool such as a blade or tooth can have a beveled edge that facilitates the cutting edge in cutting into a target material. "bevel" and "chamfer" can be used interchangeably herein. (Search "bevel" on Wikipedia.com May 17, 2021. CC-BY-SA 3.0 Modified. Accessed Aug. 04, 2021; search "bevel" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified; search "bevel" on wordhippo.com. WordHippo, 2021. Web. Accessed 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.)

The phrases "connected to," "coupled to" and "in communication with" refer to any form of interaction between two or more entities, including mechanical, electrical, magnetic, electromagnetic, fluid, and thermal interaction. Two components may be functionally coupled to or in communication with each other even though they are not in direct contact with each other. … more The phrases "connected to," "coupled to" and "in communication with" refer to any form of interaction between two or more entities, including mechanical, electrical, magnetic, electromagnetic, fluid, and thermal interaction. Two components may be functionally coupled to or in communication with each other even though they are not in direct contact with each other.

As used herein, “blade” refers to a part or structure that resembles the blade of a leaf. A blade can also refer to a planar structure that can be flat or curved and is part of machine, propeller, fan, or turbine, or the like. A blade can also refer to cutting part of an instrument, implement, or tool. (search "blade" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) … more As used herein, “blade” refers to a part or structure that resembles the blade of a leaf. A blade can also refer to a planar structure that can be flat or curved and is part of machine, propeller, fan, or turbine, or the like. A blade can also refer to cutting part of an instrument, implement, or tool. (search "blade" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.)

As used herein, “end” refers to a part or structure of an area or span that lies at the boundary or edge. An end can also refer to a point that marks the extent of something and/or a point where something ceases to exist. An end can also refer to an extreme or last part lengthwise of a structure or surface. (search "end" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) … more As used herein, “end” refers to a part or structure of an area or span that lies at the boundary or edge. An end can also refer to a point that marks the extent of something and/or a point where something ceases to exist. An end can also refer to an extreme or last part lengthwise of a structure or surface. (search "end" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.)

As used herein, “direction” refers to the line or course on which something or someone is moving or is aimed to move; or along which something is pointing or facing. (search "direction" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.) … more As used herein, “direction” refers to the line or course on which something or someone is moving or is aimed to move; or along which something is pointing or facing. (search "direction" on Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, 2021. Web. 04 Aug. 2021. Modified.)

As used herein, an “aperture” refers to a gap, a hole, a port, a portal, an opening, a space or recess in a structure, a void in a structure, or the like. In certain embodiments, an aperture can refer to a structure configured specifically for receiving something and/or for allowing access. In certain embodiments, an aperture can pass through a structure. In other embodiments, an aperture can exist within a structure but not pass through the structure. An aperture can be two-dimensional or three-dimensional and can have a variety of geometric shapes and/or cross-sectional shapes, including, but not limited to a rectangle, a square, or other polygon, as well as a circle, an ellipse, an ovoid, or other circular or semi-circular shape. … more As used herein, an “aperture” refers to a gap, a hole, a port, a portal, an opening, a space or recess in a structure, a void in a structure, or the like. In certain embodiments, an aperture can refer to a structure configured specifically for receiving something and/or for allowing access. In certain embodiments, an aperture can pass through a structure. In other embodiments, an aperture can exist within a structure but not pass through the structure. An aperture can be two-dimensional or three-dimensional and can have a variety of geometric shapes and/or cross-sectional shapes, including, but not limited to a rectangle, a square, or other polygon, as well as a circle, an ellipse, an ovoid, or other circular or semi-circular shape.