triquetrum
/ˈtrɪkwɪtrəm/Definitions
1. noun
A type of medieval balancing scale or a device consisting of two beams or arms that balance against each other.
“The museum exhibit included a rare example of a 15th-century triquetrum, showcasing ancient weighing techniques.”
2. noun
A trivalent radionuclide with the symbol Cm-248 and atomic number 98.
“The nuclear physicist studied the properties of triquetrum, a highly unstable element.”