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ternion

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtɜːrniən/

KK: /ˈtɜrnɪən/

noun
Definition

A group or set of three items or elements considered together.


Example

The artist created a ternion of sculptures that represented the three stages of life.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that the number three is also called a ternion?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea it had a special name like that.
Sloth A
Yeah, it’s interesting how language connects with numbers.
Sloth B
It sure is! I love learning new things like this.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
trio
threesome
trinity
Antonyms
duo
quartet
pair
Root Explanation

Ternion → It is formed from "terni" (meaning three) and the suffix "-ion" (indicating a state or condition). The word "ternion" refers to a group or set of three.

Memory Tip

Think of the root meaning 'three' — that's why a 'ternion' refers to a group of three.

Visually Confused Words
tersion
tention
tension
stenion
pterion
tenon
tenio
quaternion
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