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Meanings
1
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
three-pronged; three-way; trifurcated
Describes something that splits into three branches, such as a fork, intersection, or outlet. Used as a noun or with の to modify another noun.
When you come to a three-way fork in the road, take the middle path.
This three-way outlet is convenient.
2
three-pronged fork; trident
Refers to a physical tool or weapon with three prongs, such as a pitchfork or trident.
The farmer used a three-pronged fork to carry hay.