triune
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
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a group of three
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(often capital) another word for Trinity
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Etymology
Origin of triune
1595–1605; tri- + -une < Latin ūnus one
Example Sentences
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According to Feldman Barrett, the triune brain theory is simplistic, but the same lens has been applied to other aspects of the brain.
From Salon • Feb. 8, 2023
Her document begins by affirming her faith in the triune God and the divinity of Jesus and goes on to cite respected evangelical theologians, including Timothy George.
From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2016
Boehner bore the burden of this triune responsibility better than most.
From US News • Sep. 25, 2015
All adult Trail Life USA leaders must sign a statement of faith and values that begins, “We believe there is one triune God.”
From Washington Times • Sep. 8, 2014
At present it is but the first of a triune romance of which the two latter parts are as yet unpublished.
From Critical Studies by Ouida
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