Meaning & Definition of word "Trio"

Trio

/ˈtriːoʊ/

noun:

  • 1. A group of three people or things.
    • Example: The jazz trio performed beautifully at the concert.
  • 2. A set of three items, especially when considered together.
    • Example: She bought a trio of paintings to decorate her living room.
  • 3. A musical composition for three performers.
    • Example: The composer wrote a stunning trio for piano, violin, and cello.

Etymology

Latin 'trio', meaning 'three'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The Three Musketeers:

A famous trio of characters in French literature.

Three's a crowd:

Indicating that three people can complicate a situation.

Related Words

duo:

A group of two persons or things.

quartet:

A group of four people or things.

trilogy:

A series of three related works, such as books or films.

Slang Meanings of trio

Meaning: A threesome in a casual relationship.

Example Sentence: They had a fun trio going on over the summer.

Meaning: A popular trio of musicians.

Example Sentence: That band is the hottest trio right now.