prong

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prong

A gardener uses a prong to loosen the soil around a plant.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A thin, pointed projecting part: A prong is one of the sharp, pointed ends of a tool or object, such as a fork or an antler.
    • A branch or division of something: In a more abstract sense, a prong can refer to a separate part or aspect of a plan, argument, or attack.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • One prong of the fork was bent.
    • The deer's antler had three distinct prongs.
    • The strategy has two main prongs: economic reform and public outreach.
Advanced Usage
  • "A prong of an attack": One distinct part or direction of a coordinated effort.
    • The military campaign was a two-pronged attack.
  • "The prongs of an argument": The separate points or lines of reasoning that support a main position.
    • Her thesis rested on three prongs of evidence.
Variants and Related Words
  • Pronged (adj): Having a specified number of prongs.
    • A three-pronged plug.
    • A two-pronged approach.
  • Pronghorn (n): A type of North American antelope. (This is a compound noun where "prong" refers to the shape of its horns).
Synonyms
  • Tine: A prong, especially of a fork or antler.
  • Point: A sharp or tapered end.
  • Spike: A thin, pointed piece of metal or wood.
  • Branch: A division or offshoot.
Related Phrasal Verbs / Verb Forms
  • To prong (verb, less common): To pierce or stab with a pronged instrument.
    • He pronged the hay to turn it.
Related Idioms
  • Multi-pronged approach/strategy/attack: An approach that proceeds in several different directions or methods simultaneously.
    • The government adopted a multi-pronged strategy to tackle the crisis.
prong

A gardener uses a prong to loosen the soil around a plant.

Noun
  1. a pointed projection

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