TRIDENT


Meaning of TRIDENT in English

I. ˈtrīd ə nt noun

( -s )

Etymology: Latin trident-, tridens, from tri- + dent-, dens tooth — more at tooth

1.

a.

(1) : a 3-pronged scepter or spear serving in classical mythology as the attribute or symbol of a sea god

(2) : a representation of such a trident serving as a symbol of naval power or supremacy and as such often borne by Britannia or appearing on coins

b. : a 3-pronged spear used by ancient Roman retiarii

c. : a 3-pronged fish spear

2. : something felt to resemble a trident (as in shape, use, or emblematic significance)

II. adjective

: having three teeth, processes, or points

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