adjective having tines or prongs, typically referring to a fork or similar utensil
In the culinary field, 'tined' is used to describe utensils or tools that have prongs or tines, such as a fork or a carving fork.
In agriculture, 'tined' may refer to equipment with pointed tines used for tasks like cultivating soil or aerating compost.
In art and design, 'tined' can be used to describe a pattern or texture resembling the tines of a fork, such as in a metalwork piece or sculpture.
In the context of writing, 'tined' may be used to describe the act of sharpening or shaping the points of a tool or implement, such as a fork or rake.
Psychologists may use 'tined' metaphorically to describe the process of refining or honing specific skills or abilities in their clients through therapy or intervention.
Chefs may use 'tined' to refer to the action of piercing food items with a fork or other utensil for cooking or serving purposes.
In gardening, 'tined' can be used to describe the action of aerating soil or breaking up clumps of earth using a fork or similar tool with pointed tines.