triune

American  

[trahy-yoon] / ˈtraɪ yun /

adjective

1. three in one; constituting a trinity in unity, as the Godhead.

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noun

1. (initial capital letter) the Trinity.

triune British  

/ ˈtraɪjuːn /

adjective

1. constituting three in one, esp the three persons in one God of the Trinity

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noun

1. a group of three

2. (often capital) another word for Trinity

Other Word Forms

• triunity noun

Etymology

Origin of triune

1595–1605; tri- + -une < Latin ūnus one

Example Sentences

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

The letters which acknowledge them begin with, "Glory to the triune God!"

From From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey by Howe, Julia Ward