Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trice

Noun
/traɪs/
Definition
A very brief moment; an instant.
Examples
  • He completed the task in a trice.
  • She turned her head back to look at him in a trice.
  • The flash of lightning was gone in a trice.
Meaning
The term ‘trice’ refers to a short span of time, often used to indicate something that happens quickly or in the blink of an eye.
Synonyms
  • Instant
  • Moment
  • Flash
  • Blink