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tine Synonyms

Another word for tine

Choosing another word for tine depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A slender, pointed projecting part or prong of an implement, such as a dinner fork, pitchfork, harrow, or rake.

Usage Example

"He used the tines of his fork to mash the boiled potatoes on his plate."

Strongest
prong
Strong
tooth
spike
Weak
point

• noun (Context 2)

A pointed branch or projection on the antler of a deer.

Usage Example

"The mature stag had impressive antlers with six distinct tines on each side."

Strongest
point
Strong
prong
snag

• Nearby Words

tincture
tinder
tinderbox
tine
tined
tinfoil
ting

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tine. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tine
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