triple

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈtɹɪpl/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Three times or thrice the number, amount, size, etc

2 Definition

A drink with three portions of alcohol.

Example Sentences
  • I've had a hard day; make that a triple.
3 Definition

A hamburger with three patties.

Example Sentences
  • I'd like a triple with cheese.
4 Definition

A three-base hit

Example Sentences
  • The shortstop hit a triple to lead off the ninth.
5 Definition

A three-point field goal

6 Definition

A takeout shot in which three stones are removed from play.

7 Definition

A sequence of three elements or 3-tuple.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To multiply by three

Example Sentences
  • The company tripled their earnings per share over last quarter.
2 Definition

To get a three-base hit

Example Sentences
  • The batter tripled into the gap.
3 Definition

To become three times as large

Example Sentences
  • Our earnings have tripled in the last year.
4 Definition

To serve or operate as (something), in addition to two other functions.

Adjective
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Made up of three related elements, often matching

Example Sentences
  • The triple markings on this vase are quite unique.
2 Definition

Of three times the quantity.

Example Sentences
  • Give me a triple serving of mashed potatoes.
3 Definition

Designed for three users.

Example Sentences
  • a triple room
4 Definition

Folded in three; composed of three layers.

5 Definition

Having three aspects.

Example Sentences
  • a triple meaning
6 Definition

Of time, three times as fast as very fast.

7 Definition

One of three; third.