trigon
noun/ˈtɹaɪɡɒn/ · /ˈtɹaɪɡən/
Etymology From Ancient Greek τρίγωνον (trígōnon, “triangle”), neuter substantive of τρίγωνος (trígōnos, “three-sided”), from τρεῖς (treîs, “three”) + γωνία (gōnía, “bend, angle”). Equivalent to tri- + -gon. Doublet of trigone and trigonon.
Geometry, Mathematics, Sciences Rare A triangle.
Entertainment, Lifestyle, Music Historical An ancient triangular harp of Oriental origin which had four strings and was often used for banquet music. Also called sabbeka, sackbut, sambuca.
Astrology, Human sciences, Mysticism, Philosophy, Sciences A division consisting of three star signs.
- The Cancer trigon is composed of Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces
Astrology, Human sciences, Mysticism, Philosophy, Sciences A trine; an aspect of two planets distant 120 degrees from each other.
- In the horoscope of Christ's nativity.[…]Whether a trigon or no, this tetragon I am sure there was.a. 1626, Bishop Andrewes, Sermon:
Historical An old ball game played by three people standing in a triangular formation. (See Wikipedia's entry for the game)
- Derived terms
- trigonic