American English pronunciation
How to pronounce triples
IPA transcription: [t'ɹɪpəlz]
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Noun
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a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base
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a set of three similar things considered as a unit
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a quantity that is three times as great as another
Verb
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increase threefold
“Triple your income!”
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hit a three-base hit
Usage examples
- He logged the first three triples of his career.
- Slang terms for the different sizes include "doubles", "triples", "quads", and "six packs".
- There are several ways to generalize the concept of Pythagorean triples.
- The plan also triples the current station size.
- He is the Giants' all-time franchise leader in triples and stolen bases.