Prong
Pronunciation: /ˈprɔːŋ/
Prong (noun)
- a thin, pointed part of a fork or similar tool
- a part of a plan or strategy that focuses on a specific goal
- a pointed part of an antler on a deer or similar animal
Examples
- The fork's prong broke while eating.
- She cleaned each prong of the fork carefully.
Common collocations: sharp prong, bend a prong, three-pronged approach, implement a prong, antler prong