Associations to the word «Tined»

Wiktionary

TINE, noun. A spike or point on an implement or tool, especially a prong of a fork or a tooth of a comb
TINE, noun. A small branch, especially on an antler or horn
TINE, noun. (obsolete) Trouble; distress; teen.
TINE, verb. To kindle; to set on fire.
TINE, verb. (obsolete) To rage; to smart.
TINE, verb. To shut in, or enclose.

Dictionary definition

TINE, noun. Prong on a fork or pitchfork or antler.

Wise words

Words are always getting conventionalized to some secondary meaning. It is one of the works of poetry to take the truants in custody and bring them back to their right senses.
William Butler Yeats