pronged

adjective

ˈprȯŋd How to pronounce pronged (audio)
ˈpräŋd
Synonyms of prongednext
1
: having a usually specified number of prongs
—usually used in combination
a 3-pronged fork
2
: having a usually specified number of parts or approaches
a 2-pronged strategy

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This has always been a two-pronged answer, made possible by a single offseason move. — Sam McDowell 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026 The multi-pronged initiative would hinge on the creation of a hospital referral program that would connect medical institutions with museums. — News Desk, Artforum, 30 July 2026 Plug-in nursery night-lights are traditional night-lights attached to a three-pronged or two-pronged plug. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 The Formation’s positioning is multi-pronged, but the three main pillars support a platform that is taking shape as a global community, an event business and professional network for women who love Formula 1. — Jacques Ledbetter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pronged

Word History

First Known Use

1707, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of pronged was in 1707

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