1. a three-legged stand used to support a camera, telescope, or other equipment

Examples

• The photographer set up his camera on a tripod for the group photo.
• She adjusted the tripod to get the perfect angle for the sunset shot.
• The telescope was mounted on a sturdy tripod for stargazing.
• Make sure the tripod is level before taking the picture.
• He folded the tripod and packed it in his camera bag.
• The surveyor used a tripod to hold his measuring instrument steady.