Definition

Describing something that has three corners or points.

Example

The tricornered hat was popular in the 18th century.

Conversation

I saw a really interesting table at the store today.

Oh really? What did it look like?

It was tricornered and had a unique design.

That sounds cool! I bet it would be a great conversation piece.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tricornered → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "corner" (from Old French *corne*, meaning horn or angle) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word describes something that has three corners or angles.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three and 'corner' referring to an angle — so tricornered means having three angles.

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