trilateral

/traɪˈlætərəl/
noun
  1. A geometric figure with three sides; a triangle.
    • The trilateral is the simplest polygon in plane geometry.
    • She drew a trilateral and labeled each side with a different length.
    • In geometry class, we learned how to calculate the area of a trilateral.
  2. An agreement or meeting involving three parties.
    • The three nations met to discuss a new trilateral on climate change.
    • They proposed a trilateral to share resources among the three research institutes.
    • The trilateral between the companies was finalized after months of negotiation.
adjective
  1. Having three sides.
    • The trilateral shape of the yield sign is easy to recognize.
    • Ancient coins sometimes had a trilateral design instead of a round one.
    • The artist created a trilateral sculpture that looked different from every angle.
  2. Involving three groups, countries, or parties.
    • A trilateral meeting was held to discuss environmental protection in the region.
    • The trilateral committee includes representatives from labor, management, and the government.
    • The three countries signed a trilateral trade agreement to reduce tariffs.
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