Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

triple

adjective
/ˈtrɪp.əl/
Definition
Being three times as much or as many.
Examples
  • She ordered a triple espresso for an extra boost of energy.
  • The triple jump consists of three distinct phases.
  • We have a tripleheader of games scheduled for this weekend.
Meaning
The term ‘triple’ refers to something that is threefold, or three times in number or amount.
Synonyms
  • threefold
  • thrice
  • trio
  • triplet