TRIG

trig

Noun

  1. A dandy; coxcomb.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. trigonometry.
  2. A trigonometric point.

Noun (etymology 3)

  1. A stone, block of wood, or anything else, placed under a wheel or barrel to prevent motion; a scotch; a skid.

Verb

  1. To stop (a wheel, barrel, etc.) by placing something under it; to scotch; to skid.

Verb (etymology 2)

  1. To fill; to stuff; to cram.

Adjective

  1. True; trusty; trustworthy; faithful.
  2. Safe; secure.
  3. Tight; firm; steady; sound; in good condition or health.
  4. Neat; tidy; trim; spruce; smart.
  5. Active; clever.


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