Trefoil

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɛfɔɪl/

Definitions of trefoil

noun a plant with three-lobed leaves, such as clover or certain other legumes

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a trefoil-shaped leaf on the ground.

A2 The trefoil symbol is often used in heraldry.

B1 The trefoil design is commonly found in architecture.

B2 The trefoil pattern on the stained glass window was stunning.

C1 The intricate trefoil carving on the wooden door was a work of art.

C2 The trefoil motif in the tapestry symbolized unity and strength.

Examples of trefoil in a Sentence

formal The trefoil is a common motif in architecture, often found in Gothic cathedrals.

informal I love how the trefoil pattern looks on that shirt.

slang Check out my new trefoil kicks, they're so cool!

figurative The trefoil represents unity and balance in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of trefoil

• past tense: trefoiled
• plural: trefoils
• comparative: more trefoil
• superlative: most trefoil
• present tense: trefoils
• future tense: will trefoil
• perfect tense: have trefoiled
• continuous tense: is trefoiling
• singular: trefoil
• positive degree: trefoil
• infinitive: to trefoil
• gerund: trefoiling
• participle: trefoiled

Origin and Evolution of trefoil

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'trefoil' originated from the Latin word 'trifolium', which means 'three-leaved plant'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'trefoil' has come to refer to any plant or symbol with three leaves, such as the clover. It is also commonly used in architecture to describe a decorative ornament with three lobes.