tricornered

[ trahy-kawr-nerd ]

adjective

1. having three corners; tricorn.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tricornered¹

First recorded in 1810–20; tri- + cornered

Example Sentences

His tricornered hat was low down over his eyes.

From Literature

Guided driving tours are the perfect middle ground between being led through a historic town by a guide in a tricornered hat and flipping through an online guide, trying to make sure you’ll see everything you’re looking for.

From Washington Post

The name referred to Haman’s pockets or purses, and is now associated with his tricornered hat.

From New York Times

As the Das family settled together under a magenta umbrella fringed with white and orange tassels, and placed their orders with one of the waiters who marched about in tricornered caps, Mr. Kapasi reluctantly headed toward a neighboring table.

From Literature

Obama spoke after a ceremony featuring military bands and honor guards, including the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps clad in red coats and tricornered hats.

From Washington Post