Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tripedal

Adjective
/traɪˈpiː.dəl/
Definition
Having three legs or supports.
Examples
  • The tripedal design of the sculpture made it both stable and interesting.
  • Many animals in the evolutionary phase have developed tripedal movement for better balance.
  • The tripedal robot was able to navigate rough terrain more easily than its bipedal counterparts.
Meaning
Describing an organism or structure that stands or moves using three legs.
Synonyms
  • Three-legged
  • Tri-legged