American English pronunciation

How to pronounce trig

IPA transcription: [t'ɹɪɡ]

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Noun

  • the mathematics of triangles and trigonometric functions

Adjective

  • neat and smart in appearance

    “a clean-cut and well-bred young man”

    “the trig corporal in his jaunty cap”

    “a trim beard”

Usage examples

  • His arrows can trigger switches.
  • Zara Davis holds the outright nautical mile record for a woman.
  • Selection was made via the use of a short or long trigger pull.
  • The script was full of intrigue and mystery.
  • Sine, cosine and tangent are three basic trigonometric equations you'll need to know.
  • Chief among these was the Trigan Empire, apparently modelled on the Roman Empire.
  • Involvement of the trigeminal nerve can cause numbness of the face.
  • This experience was what triggered their determination to save and preserve this "natural jewel".
  • Reentry can produce single ectopic beats, or it can trigger paroxysmal tachycardia.
  • Cathy becomes intrigued by him.