What is the meaning of trice?

noun

• A very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat. )
  • usage: "if I had the chance I'd do it in a flash"
  • synonyms: blink of an eye, flash, heartbeat, instant, jiffy, split second, twinkling, wink, New York minute

verb

• Raise with a line.
  • usage: "trice a window shade"
  • synonyms: trice up
• Hoist up or in and lash or secure with a small rope.
  • synonyms: trice up