What does TRICE mean?

Parts of Speech

Trice is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, trice means a very short time or an instant. As a verb, trice means to haul up or secure with a rope or line.

Pronunciations

US: /traɪs/

UK: /traɪs/

Origin and Usage

Trice originated from Middle English and Old French. It has been used since the 14th century and is still commonly used today.

Synonyms

For the noun form, synonyms include moment, instant, second, jiffy, and flash. For the verb form, synonyms include hoist, lift, pull up, and heave up.

Related Words

Related 5 letter words include crest, cries, rites, tiers, and tries.

Example Sentences

As a noun: "Hell be back in a trice." (meaning hell be back in a moment or very soon)

As a verb: "They triced up the sail." (meaning they secured the sail with a rope or line)