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prong

 

[ prɒŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

part of an object

A prong is a pointed projecting part, such as a point of a fork or antler.

Synonyms

point, spike, tine

Examples of usage

  • The fork had four sharp prongs.
  • The deer's antlers had several prongs.
Context #2 | Noun

electrical connector

In electronics, a prong refers to one of the conducting elements in a plug or socket.

Synonyms

pin, terminal

Examples of usage

  • The power cord has three prongs.
  • Make sure to insert the prongs correctly into the outlet.

Translations

Translations of the word "prong" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dente

🇮🇳 दाँत

🇩🇪 Zinke

🇮🇩 gigi

🇺🇦 зубець

🇵🇱 ząb

🇯🇵 歯

🇫🇷 dent

🇪🇸 púa

🇹🇷 çatal dişi

🇰🇷 이

🇸🇦 شوكة

🇨🇿 zub

🇸🇰 zub

🇨🇳 齿

🇸🇮 zob

🇮🇸 tönn

🇰🇿 тіс

🇬🇪 კბილი

🇦🇿 diş

🇲🇽 púa

Etymology

The word 'prong' originated from the Middle English 'pronge', which is related to the Old Norse 'prongr' meaning 'a point'. The term has been used since the 15th century to refer to pointed projecting parts.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,674, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.