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A thing of little value or importance; also a layered dessert.
"He dismissed the issue as a mere trifle."
Of little importance or value; trivial.
"The mistake was trifling and easily corrected."
To cause something to happen or start, often suddenly.
"The loud noise triggered the alarm system."
a set of three related works, usually books or films, that form a connected story
"The director finally released the third film to complete the sci-fi trilogy."
to cut away small parts to make something neat, tidy, or the right size
"I need to trim the video to remove the awkward pause at the end."
the quality of being neat, orderly, or slender and well-proportioned
"Her room’s trimness reflected a habit of putting everything back in its place."
a group of three closely related things; in Christianity, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit
"The museum’s exhibit focused on a trinity of themes: memory, identity, and power."
a small ornament or piece of jewelry that is not expensive
"She bought a little trinket from the beach market as a souvenir."
A group of three people or things, especially in music or performance.
"The jazz trio played beautifully at the concert."
To increase or become three times as much.
"The company tripled its profits in just one year."
One of three children or animals born at the same time to the same mother.
"The family was surprised to have triplets instead of twins."
A set of three identical copies of something.
"The documents were prepared in triplicate for official use."
The state of being triple or consisting of three parts.
"The design shows a triplicity of forms combined harmoniously."
A three-legged stand used to support a camera, telescope, or other object.
"The photographer set up his camera on a tripod."
To divide into three parts.
"The teacher asked the students to trisect the line segment."
One of a group of three men holding power in ancient Rome.
"Caesar was a triumvir in the first Roman triumvirate."
A political regime ruled or dominated by three powerful individuals.
"The Roman Republic was once governed by a triumvirate."
Details or information that are considered unimportant or of little value.
"The quiz was filled with fun trivia about movies and music."
Of little value or importance.
"He often gets upset over the most trivial matters."
A person who lives in a cave or is considered old-fashioned and out of touch.
"Some called him a troglodyte for refusing to use modern technology."
A common or overused theme, idea, or device in literature, film, or speech.
"The film avoided the usual superhero tropes."
An object awarded as a prize for a victory or achievement.
"She proudly displayed the trophy she won in the competition."
Faith or loyalty when pledged in a solemn agreement or vow, especially in marriage.
"He pledged his troth to her before the gathering."
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