Definition of "trident" [tri•dent]

• A long, three-pronged fork or weapon, especially a three-pronged spear used for fishing. (noun)
• Greek & Roman Mythology The three-pronged spear carried by Neptune or Poseidon. (noun)
• Having three teeth, prongs, or similar protrusions. (adjective)

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• "UNIDENTIFIED MALE: My trident is a symbol of honor and heritage, bestowed upon me by the heroes who have gone before."
• "The trident was the symbol of the emperor's might, but now he used it as a simple weapon, laying the tines against the seal's neck."
• "He wore a rough cloak, and on his head a broad hat to shade his face, and in his hand he carried a trident, which is a three-pronged fork for spearing fish, and over his shoulder was a casting net."