noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
tripod; three-legged stand
Refers to a three-legged support, especially for cameras, surveying equipment, or similar devices. Also used attributively with の.
カメラを三脚に固定して夜景を撮った。
I fixed the camera to a tripod and took a night shot.
三脚の椅子は不安定に見えるが意外と丈夫だ
A three-legged chair looks unstable but is surprisingly sturdy.