Meaning & Definition of word "Trilogy"

Trilogy

/ˈtrɪlədʒi/

noun:

  • 1. A series of three related works, typically books, films, or plays.
    • Example: The 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy is considered a masterpiece of fantasy literature.
  • 2. Three related musical compositions or works.
    • Example: He composed a beautiful trilogy of piano sonatas that explore different themes.
  • 3. A group of three related items or entities.
    • Example: The artist's trilogy of paintings depicts the passage of time through nature.

Etymology

From Greek 'trilogia', from 'tri-' meaning three and 'logos' meaning word or discourse.

Common Phrases and Expressions

film trilogy:

A trilogy consisting of movies.

literary trilogy:

A trilogy consisting of books or works of literature.

musical trilogy:

A trilogy consisting of three musical pieces or albums.

Related Words

duology:

A series of two related works.

tetralogy:

A series of four related works.

Slang Meanings of trilogy

Meaning: A casual reference to a set of three things.

Example Sentence: Those three movies together are my favorite trilogy!

Meaning: Used humorously to describe any three consecutive items.

Example Sentence: I'm binge-watching the trilogy of my favorite TV show's three seasons.