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Greek or latin words starting with tri?

Many Greek and Latin words begin with "tri-," which is a prefix meaning "three" or "threefold." Here are some examples:

Greek Origin:

* Tripod: (τρíπους - trípous) A three-legged stand.

* Triangle: (τριγωνον - trígōnon) A three-sided polygon.

* Tripartite: (from τριμερής - trimerēs, meaning "three parts") Divided into three parts.

* Trilogy: (from τρία - tríā, meaning "three" and λόγος - lógos, meaning "word" or "speech") A set of three related works (e.g., plays, novels).

Latin Origin (often with similar Greek roots):

* Tribunal: A court of justice; a judge's seat (originally three-seated).

* Tribune: A Roman official who represented the plebeians. (etymology connects to "tribus," tribe)

* Triceps: A muscle with three heads.

* Trident: A three-pronged spear.

* Triennial: Occurring every three years.

* Tricycle: A vehicle with three wheels.

* Trimester: A period of three months.

The prefix "tri-" is incredibly productive, so many more words exist using it in scientific and technical terminology.

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