triangular
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for triangular, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having the shape of a triangle.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use triangular
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin triangularis, from triangulum, "triangle."
Full origin of triangular →Frequently asked questions
What does “triangular” mean?
The word “triangular” means having the shape of a triangle. In plain terms, shaped like a triangle, or involving three sides/parties in a broader, non-literal sense.
How do you pronounce “triangular”?
“Triangular” is pronounced treye-ANG-gyuh-luh (/tɹaɪˈæŋ.ɡjə.lɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “triangular” in a sentence?
Here is “triangular” used in a sentence: “The sandwich was cut into triangular pieces.”
What is another word for “triangular”?
Words with a similar meaning to “triangular” include threeside and trigonal.
What part of speech is “triangular”?
“Triangular” is an adjective.
Where does the word “triangular” come from?
The word “triangular” comes from Latin. From Latin triangularis, from triangulum, "triangle.".
Is “triangular” a common word?
“Triangular” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “triangular” have?
“Triangular” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having the shape of a triangle.