Tridem

//ˈtɹaɪdəm// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An arrangement of three objects arranged one behind the other.

    "Four-axle trucks with a conventional 9-ft overall spacing for the tridem axle would have a maximum GVW of 64,000 lb (limited by 44,000 lb on the tridem)."

Synonyms

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triple

Example

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"Four-axle trucks with a conventional 9-ft overall spacing for the tridem axle would have a maximum GVW of 64,000 lb (limited by 44,000 lb on the tridem)."

Etymology

Blend of tri- + tandem.

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tridem axle

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