Meaning & Definition of word "Trinity"

Trinity

/ˈtrɪn.ɪ.ti/

noun:

  • 1. The state of being threefold; a group of three.
    • Example: The concept of the trinity is central to many religious beliefs.
  • 2. In Christian theology, the union of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as three persons in one God.
    • Example: The doctrine of the trinity explains the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
  • 3. A group of three closely related persons or things.
    • Example: The marketing team formed a trinity to work on the upcoming campaign.
  • 4. A set of three related elements considered together.
    • Example: The trinity of health, education, and income affects socio-economic status.
  • 5. Mathematics: A set or group involving three elements.
    • Example: In geometry, the trinity of measures includes length, width, and height.

Etymology

From Latin 'trinitas', meaning 'threefold'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

holy trinity:

A term used to refer to three entities that represent the core essence of something.

trinity of virtues:

Refers to three essential moral qualities.

Related Words

triad:

A group of three people or things.

ternion:

A set of three, especially a group of three related items.

Slang Meanings of trinity

Meaning: A trio of friends or partners.

Example Sentence: We're the trinity of the party scene.

Meaning: Three goals or objectives that are achieved together.

Example Sentence: We've got our trinity goals set for this project.