triple
/ˈtɹɪpl/noun
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Three times or thrice the number, amount, size, etc
A drink with three portions of alcohol.
Example: I've had a hard day; make that a triple.
A hamburger with three patties.
Example: I'd like a triple with cheese.
A three-base hit
Example: The shortstop hit a triple to lead off the ninth.
verb
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To multiply by three
Example: The company tripled their earnings per share over last quarter.
To get a three-base hit
Example: The batter tripled into the gap.
To become three times as large
Example: Our earnings have tripled in the last year.
To serve or operate as (something), in addition to two other functions.
adjective
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Made up of three related elements, often matching
Example: The triple markings on this vase are quite unique.
Of three times the quantity.
Example: Give me a triple serving of mashed potatoes.
Designed for three users.
Example: a triple room
Folded in three; composed of three layers.