Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thirds
noun
/θɜːrdz/
Definition
Thirds is a term used to refer to one of three equal parts into which something can be divided.
Examples
- She divided the cake into thirds so everyone could have a piece.
- In music, the harmony often consists of thirds.
- The recipe calls for one and a third cups of flour.
Meaning
The term ‘thirds’ is commonly used in various contexts, including mathematics, art, and cooking, to indicate fractional divisions or groupings.
Synonyms
- third part
- one-third
- triple
