Definitions

1. noun

Resembling or related to Triton, the largest moon of Neptune, or having a similar characteristic.

“The tritonoid shape of the satellite’s surface was a fascinating discovery for astronomers.”

2. adjective

Resembling or characteristic of Triton, especially in having a triton-shaped or -like feature.

“The new spacecraft was designed with a tritonoid antenna that could capture signals from distant planets.”