triploblastic |
having three germ layers, the ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm. |
tripod |
a usu. adjustable three-legged stand or support, as for a camera or telescope. |
Tripoli |
the seaport capital of Libya. [2 definitions] |
tripoli |
a porous, lightweight rock consisting of weathered chert or siliceous limestone, used as a polishing powder. |
tripper1 |
a person or thing that trips. [2 definitions] |
tripper2 |
(slang) one who is under the influence of a hallucinogen. |
trippet |
a projection or cam that strikes another mechanical part at regular intervals. |
tripping |
moving lightly, nimbly, and quickly; fluent. |
triptane |
a colorless liquid used as an antiknock additive to fuel, esp. airplane fuel. |
triptych |
a set of three paintings or carved panels, hinged or fixed side by side. |
tripwire |
a hidden wire that activates a trap, snare, or the like when tripped over. |
trireme |
an ancient Greek or Roman galley, usu. a warship, with three tiers of oars on each side. |
trisect |
to divide (a line, plane figure, or angle) into three equal parts. |
triskaidekaphobia |
irrational fear of the number thirteen. |
triskelion |
a design or figure consisting of three usu. curved legs, arms, or branches that radiate from a common center. |
trismus |
continuous spasmodic contraction of the jaw muscles, esp. when caused by tetanus. |
trisodium |
of a molecule, containing three sodium atoms. |
trisomic |
having an extra chromosome in the cell in addition to the usual diploid number. |
tri-state |
of or designating an area consisting of all or part of three neighboring U.S. states. |
tristich |
a verse unit, poem, or stanza of three lines; triplet. |
trisulfide |
a sulfide molecule containing three atoms of sulfur. |