pronged

adjective

ˈprȯŋd 

ˈpräŋd

1

: having a usually specified number of prongs

—usually used in combination

a 3-pronged fork

2

: having a usually specified number of parts or approaches

a 2-pronged strategy

Examples of pronged in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The other part of the two-pronged attack is Michael Whetstone, Suzan Wexler and our entire art department, who have transformed the back lot at Warner Brothers into West Philly. — Gregory Ellwood, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

Bessent described a two-pronged approach featuring financial pressure and a physical blockade of Islamic republic's ports. — Frank Andrews, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026

Today’s problem is the queen, and for that, Ormund has a multi-pronged strategy. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026

Gale said the two-pronged committee will incorporate recommendations that can be included in agreements for phases of the project that still need approval from the city. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1707, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for pronged

• belonged
• prolonged
• longed
• thronged
• wronged