triple meaning and definition

TRIPLE noun

Definition of triple (noun)

1. a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base
   • synonyms: three-bagger, three-base hit
2. a set of three similar things considered as a unit
   • synonyms: triad, trio, triplet
3. a quantity that is three times as great as another

TRIPLE verb

Definition of triple (verb)

1. increase threefold
   • "Triple your income!"
   • synonyms: treble
2. hit a three-base hit

TRIPLE adjective

Definition of triple (adjective)

1. having three units or components or elements
   • "a ternary operation"; "a treble row of red beads"; "overcrowding made triple sessions necessary"; "triple time has three beats per measure"; "triplex windows"
   • synonyms: ternary, treble, triplex
2. three times as great or many
   • "a claim for treble (or triple) damages"; "a threefold increase"
   • synonyms: threefold, three-fold, treble