noun
- plural of triskele; ancient Celtic symbols consisting of three interlocked spirals or three bent human legs
Usage: archaeological; historical
Examples
- The museum displayed several ancient triskeles found at Celtic archaeological sites.
- Triskeles appear frequently on Irish and Scottish artifacts from the Bronze Age.
- The flag of the Isle of Man features one of the most famous triskeles in modern use.
- Celtic artisans carved intricate triskeles into stone monuments.
- Many triskeles have been discovered in burial sites across Ireland and Wales.
- The three-legged triskeles symbolized motion and progress in Celtic culture.