trine

1 of 2

adjective

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2
: of, relating to, or being the favorable astrological aspect of two celestial bodies 120 degrees apart

trine

2 of 2

noun

1
: a group of three : triad
2
: the trine astrological aspect of two celestial bodies

Examples of trine in a Sentence

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Adjective
The nurturing Moon centers your 2nd House of Finances as a supportive trine links to extravagant Jupiter in your 10th House of Career today beautifully. Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026 In the meantime, read on for what Venus trine Pluto means for your zodiac sign. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
The Moon in Pisces trines Jupiter in Cancer, linking your 7th House of Partnership with your 11th House of Friends and Community. Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026 Later, the Moon in Capricorn trines Mars in Taurus, adding creative momentum and personal authority. Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for trine

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English, from Anglo-French trin, from Latin trinus, from trini three each; akin to Latin tres three — more at three

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of trine was in the 14th century

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“Trine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trine. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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