The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DELTOID
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The straight part
We know that "triangle" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case triangle = deltoid.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DELTOID mean?
DELTOID noun- The deltoid muscle, a triangular muscle on the human shoulder.
- The deltoid ligament, a triangular ligament on the human ankle.
- In the shape of the upper case Greek letter delta Δ; triangular.
- Of, or connected with the deltoid muscle
- (of leaves) Of a triangular or roughly triangular shape and attached to the stem via the side.