NYT Dictionary

TRILITHON

/ˈtɹaɪ.lɪ.θɔn/
NounTRI-lith-ontri-lith-on · 3 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2025

Meaning

A structure consisting of two stone pillars supporting a horizontal stone.

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

From Ancient Greek τρίλιθος (trílithos, “of three stones”). Compare the Baalbek trilithon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2022, 2025.

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