trice

/traɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a brief moment in time

“It’s but a trice since we last met.”

2. verb

to cut or divide something, especially with a quick, sharp motion

“She triced the rope with a pair of scissors.”

3. verb

to cut or divide something into two parts

“He triced the leather strap in two.”

Synonyms

  • instant
  • moment
  • split

Antonyms

  • eternity
  • permanence