trident
nounUK /ˈtraɪ.dənt/
US /ˈtraɪ.dənt/
A trident is a long stick with three sharp points at the end.
The sea god held a golden trident in his hand.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A symbol shaped like a three-pronged spear, often linked to the sea god Poseidon.
The flag showed a blue trident on a white background.
3. A three-pronged tool or instrument used for lifting or spearing things.
The farmer used a trident to lift the hay.
4. A type of missile with three warheads, or a three-part political group.
The submarine carried a trident missile.