Definition

Having three parts, members, or units; three times as much or as many.

Example

The recipe calls for a triple portion of ingredients to serve more people.

Conversation

Did you see that new coffee shop downtown?

Yeah, I heard they have a triple espresso that's amazing!

I think I might try it this weekend.

You should! I love a good triple shot in the morning.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To increase to three times the amount or number; to achieve a three-base hit in baseball.

Example

The team's strategy was to triple their score in the second half of the game.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that player triple last night?

Yeah, it was amazing! He really knows how to hit the ball.

I can't believe he managed to triple like that in such a tight game.

Definition

A group or set of three items or people.

Example

The team won the championship with a triple of victories in the final matches.

Conversation

Did you see that amazing play in the game last night?

Yes! The player made a stunning triple to score the winning run.

I can't believe how quickly he got to third base after that hit.

Definition

To increase something to three times its original amount or number.

Example

The company decided to triple its production to meet the growing demand.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the promotion at work?

Yeah, I heard they want to triple the budget for next year.

That sounds amazing! It could really help us with our projects.

Root Explanation

Triple → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "plere" (meaning to fill). The word "triple" means to fill or multiply by three.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three, and 'plere' meaning to fill — so triple means to fill something three times.

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