trine

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adjective

ˈtrīn 

1

: threefold, triple

2

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

trine

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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

Nevertheless, if both partners are willing to stay in the relationship and do the work, there is a possibility of commitment, thanks to Bad Bunny’s Saturn being in a favorable trine aspect with Kendall’s Sun, Lang notes. —Naydeline Mejia, Women's Health, 31 Mar. 2023

However, having that trine aspect isn’t always rainbows and sunshine. —Women's Health, 14 Mar. 2023

Noun

Mercury creates a trine with Chiron and squares off against Uranus. —Jennifer Culp, Them, 12 July 2024

Balanced Venus trines dreamy Neptune, adding another dose of imagination, as well as a certain charisma and luck that will further boost the good vibes. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024

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

Phrases Containing trine

• trine immersion