Meaning & Definition of word "Triple"

Triple

/ˈtrɪp.əl/

1. A group or set of three people or things.
- Example: The triple of friends traveled together every summer.
2. In sports, a hit that permits the batter to reach third base.
- Example: She hit a stunning triple in the last inning of the game.

1. To make three times as much or as many.
- Example: If we triple our efforts, we can finish the project ahead of schedule.
2. To multiply by three.
- Example: To find the answer, simply triple the number you started with.

1. Consisting of three parts, things, or people.
- Example: The triple layers of the cake made it look very appealing.
2. Having three times the usual amount or degree.
- Example: He earned triple the salary he had last year.

Derived from the Latin word 'triplus', which means threefold.

triple threat:

A person who excels in three areas.

triple check:

To verify something three times for accuracy.

triple take:

To look at something three times in astonishment.

triplet:

A set of three similar things, especially three offspring born at the same time.

triangular:

Having three angles or corners.

trinity:

A group of three, especially in a religious context.

Meaning: To do something three times particularly well.

Example Sentence: He tripled down on his efforts and impressed everyone.

Meaning: In reference to a tripling of something, often in a competitive context.

Example Sentence: They went for the triple the challenge in the last round.