trine

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trine

Three children play with a trine of colorful balloons.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A group or set of three; a triad: In astrology, "trine" refers specifically to an aspect of 120 degrees between two planets, considered harmonious.
    • The number three: An archaic or literary term for the cardinal number three.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The astrologer noted a beneficial trine between Jupiter and Venus in the chart.
    • In medieval symbolism, the trine represented perfection and balance.
Advanced Usage
  • "In trine": Arranged in a group of three or forming a triangular aspect.
    • The three stars appeared in trine in the night sky.
Variants and Related Words
  • Trinal (adj): Threefold; triple.
    • The trinal nature of the deity was a central doctrine.
  • Trinity (n): A group of three people or things, especially the Christian Trinity of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
    • The concept of the Holy Trinity is fundamental to many Christian denominations.
Synonyms
  • Triad: A group or set of three connected people or things.
  • Trio: A set or group of three people or things.
  • Threesome: A group of three people.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "A trine of blessings": A literary phrase denoting threefold good fortune.
    • The harvest, health, and happiness were a trine of blessings for the village.
trine

Three children play with a trine of colorful balloons.

Noun
  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one