1. determines the location of something by measuring angles from two or more known points
Usage: surveying; navigation
2. uses multiple sources or methods to verify or cross-check information
3. divides into triangles for mathematical analysis or measurement
Usage: mathematics; geometry

Examples

• The surveyor triangulates the mountain peak using two base stations.
• GPS technology triangulates your position using satellite signals.
• The researcher triangulates her findings by comparing three different studies.
• Journalists triangulate sources to confirm the accuracy of their reports.
• The software triangulates the mesh to create a 3D model.
• Emergency services triangulate cell phone signals to locate missing persons.