trident
UK: ˈtraɪd(ə)nt | US: ˈtraɪd(ə)nt
n. a three-pronged spear, especially as an attribute of Poseidon or Neptune.
n. (by extension) any similar three-part weapon or symbol.
trident = tri<three> + dent<tooth>
- tri<three>: From Latin tri-, meaning "three," derived from Proto-Indo-European trei-.
- dent<tooth>: From Latin dens (genitive dentis), meaning "tooth," reflecting the prongs' tooth-like shape.
Etymology Origin:
The word trident originates from Latin tridens (genitive tridents), combining tri- (three) and dens (tooth). It originally described the three-pronged fishing spear, later mythologized as the weapon of sea gods like Neptune. The logic is straightforward: "three teeth" = a three-pointed weapon.
The statue of Neptune holds a gleaming trident.
The trident is a common symbol in maritime flags.
Ancient warriors occasionally used tridents in combat.
The logo features a stylized trident to represent strength.
In mythology, the trident could control the seas.