1. a three-pronged spear, especially as a weapon or symbol of authority
2. a symbol of sea power, especially associated with Neptune or Poseidon
Usage: mythology

Examples

• Neptune is often depicted holding a golden trident.
• The fisherman used a trident to spear large fish.
• The trident appeared on the country’s naval flag.
• Ancient warriors sometimes carried tridents into battle.
• The statue showed Poseidon raising his trident above the waves.
• The three-pronged trident was both weapon and symbol of power.