tine

[ tahyn ]

noun

1. a sharp, projecting point or prong, as of a fork.

tine

/ taɪn /

noun

1. a slender prong, esp of a fork
2. any of the sharp terminal branches of a deer's antler

Derived Forms

• tined, adjective

Other Words From

• tined adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of tine¹

before 900; late Middle English tyne, Middle English tind, Old English; cognate with Old High German zint, Old Norse tindr

Word History and Origins

Origin of tine¹

Old English tind; related to Old Norse tindr, Old High German zint

Example Sentences

Mid-way through the freeze, once it reaches a slushy consistency, Polzine recommends stirring with a whisk, instead of using the traditionally-recommended fork tines.

From Eater

Ruth sat quite still for a tine, with face intent and flushed.

From Project Gutenberg

It fell across the man's arm but slid harmlessly to the ground, and he put a tine through it.

From Project Gutenberg

I have no doubt, had the animal lived another year, the second extra tine would have been developed.

From Project Gutenberg

In the third year an extra front branch is formed, known as the tres-tine.

From Project Gutenberg

The second basal tine or bez antler is generally present, even in the second pair of horns assumed.

From Project Gutenberg