prong
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noun
1.
one of the pointed tines of a fork.
2.
any pointed, projecting part, as of an antler.
3.
a branch of a stream.
4.
Jewelry. a tapering metal projection, usually heavier than a claw, rising from the base of a jewelry setting and used to hold a stone in position as needed. Compare claw ( def 7 ).
verb (used with object)
5.
to pierce or stab with or as if with a prong.
6.
to supply with prongs.
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Origin:
1400–50; late Middle English pronge, prange pain, affliction, pointed instrument; akin to Old Swedish prang gorge, narrow street, Middle Low German prange stake, prangen to press, Gothic anaprangan to oppress
1400–50; late Middle English pronge, prange pain, affliction, pointed instrument; akin to Old Swedish prang gorge, narrow street, Middle Low German prange stake, prangen to press, Gothic anaprangan to oppress
Synonyms
2. hook, tooth, spur.
2. hook, tooth, spur.
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| —n | |
| 1. | a sharply pointed end of an instrument, such as on a fork |
| 2. | any pointed projecting part |
| —vb | |
| 3. | (tr) to prick or spear with or as if with a prong |
| [C15: related to Middle Low German prange a stake, Gothic anaprangan to afflict] | |
| pronged | |
| —adj | |
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Word Origin & History
prong
1492, from Anglo-Latin pronga "prong, pointed tool," of unknown origin, perhaps related to M.L.G. prange "stick, restraining device," prangen "to press, pinch." See also prod, which may be related. Prong-horned antelope is from 1815.
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Example sentences
The seat is attached to a five-prong metal pedestal base by a one-inch wide steel rod.
Describes a two-prong inservice program to be led by counselors.
If you are considering a multi-prong travel adapter, be sure to check the countries that are covered.
Three-prong grounded extensions cords must be used with tools and appliances that have three prongs.
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