Triangular segment (5) Crossword Clue
Answer: WEDGE (5 letters)
The answer to the crossword clue "Triangular segment (5)" with 5 letters is "WEDGE". This refers to a piece or block that is thick at one end and tapers to a thin edge, forming a triangular shape.
Why “WEDGE” Fits
The clue asks for a term describing a solid piece or portion that has a triangular cross-section or profile (5).
“WEDGE” directly denotes the classic simple machine or shape that is triangular in form, often used to split, secure, or separate objects.
The word WEDGE has 5 letters, so it fits the (5) enumeration required by the clue.
A Bit of Background
The wedge is one of the six classic simple machines identified by Renaissance scientists, based on ancient tools; its triangular shape allows it to convert force applied to its blunt end into forces perpendicular to its sloping surfaces.
In quick crosswords such as the Irish Daily Mail Quick or other British-style puzzles, "wedge" frequently appears for clues involving triangular pieces, golf clubs, door stops, or even slices of cake or cheese due to its common everyday associations and exact letter count.
