prong vs tine

prong

noun
  • A thin, pointed, projecting part, as of an antler or a fork or similar tool. A tine. 

  • The penis. 

  • A branch; a fork. 

verb
  • To pierce or poke with, or as if with, a prong. 

tine

noun
  • A spike or point on an implement or tool, especially a prong of a fork or a tooth of a comb. 

  • A wild vetch or tare. 

  • A small branch, especially on an antler or horn. 

adj
  • small, diminutive 

verb
  • To kindle; to set on fire. 

  • To shut in, or enclose. 

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