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triple

/ˈtrɪpəl/
nounadjectiveverb★Intermediate— three times as much
general

Three times as much or as many

The recipe calls for a triple batch of cookies.

The recipe requires making three times the normal amount of cookies.

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Commonly used in measurements, quantities, and combinations.

general

A combination of three items or elements

He wore a triple-layered jacket to stay warm.

He wore a jacket with three layers to keep warm.

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Often used in fashion, construction, and design.

mathematics

To multiply by three

Triple the number of participants for the next event.

Multiply the number of participants by three for the next event.

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Used in mathematical contexts to describe multiplication.

Collocations

triple threata person or thing with three distinct skills or qualitiestriple playin baseball, a defensive play that results in three outstriple checkto verify something three times for accuracy

Synonyms

threefoldthree timestreble

Antonyms

singledoublehalf

Related Phrases

triple threatphrase
a person or thing with three distinct skills or qualities
triple playphrase
in baseball, a defensive play that results in three outs
triple checkphrase
to verify something three times for accuracy

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Sports

In baseball, a 'triple play' is a rare defensive play where three outs are recorded in one play.

Mathematical Context

As a verb, 'triple' means to multiply by three, e.g., 'Triple the recipe.'

⚡Gold Rule

Consistency in Usage

Ensure that 'triple' is used consistently in context, whether as a noun, adjective, or verb.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'triple,' from Latin 'triplus,' meaning 'threefold,' from 'tri-' (three) + '-plus' (fold).

📝Usage Notes

Often used in sports, measurements, and combinations. Can function as a noun, adjective, or verb.

Word Breakdown

tri-
three
prefix
+
-ple
fold or times
suffix
English Dictionary

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