triquet

/traɪˈkɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

an irregularly shaped or pointed fragment of a stone or other material used in a decorative or symbolic way, especially in a brooch or other piece of jewelry.

“The medieval brooch featured a small triquet as its central ornament.”

Synonyms

  • triquetra
  • triquetron

Antonyms

  • rectangular
  • square