Trefoil: meaning, definitions and examples

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trefoil

 

[ หˆtrษ›fษ”ษชl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical shape

A trefoil is a plant that has three rounded leaflets or lobes. This term is often used to describe clover or similar plants with a three-leafed structure. The shape can also refer to architectural elements that are characterized by three arcs or lobes.

Synonyms

clover, three-leafed plant

Examples of usage

  • The gardener planted trefoil along the path.
  • Trefoil is a common sight in meadows.
  • The logo features a trefoil design.
Context #2 | Noun

architectural element

In architecture, a trefoil refers to a figure or design that resembles a three-leafed clover. This motif is commonly used in Gothic architecture, often found in windows, doors, and decorative carvings.

Synonyms

clover leaf, three-leaf motif

Examples of usage

  • The cathedral's windows featured trefoil patterns.
  • She admired the trefoil stone carvings on the facade.
  • The design included several trefoil elements.

Translations

Translations of the word "trefoil" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trevo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคฟเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dreiblatt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ trefoil

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะธะปะธัั‚ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trรณjlistek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ‰ใค่‘‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trรจfle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ trรฉbol

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yaprak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ์žŽํด๋กœ๋ฒ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฑูŠููˆู„ูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jetel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trojlรญstok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ‰ๅถ่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trojlist

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพrรญblรถรฐungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏัˆะถะฐะฟั‹ั€ะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ›แƒ˜ แƒคแƒแƒ—แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รผรง yarpaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trรฉbol

Etymology

The word 'trefoil' comes from the Latin term 'trifolium,' which is a compound of 'tri-' meaning 'three' and 'folium' meaning 'leaf.' The earliest use of the term refers to the shape of certain plants that exhibit three distinct leaflets. In the context of architecture, trefoil design elements are prominent in Gothic structures from the 12th century onwards, symbolizing the Holy Trinity within the Christian faith. The use of trefoil shapes has evolved, influencing various artistic and design movements, where its symbolism and aesthetic qualities continue to resonate in contemporary designs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,345, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.