trinary
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7.4
- noun
- /ˈtraɪnəri/
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trío
- In mathematics, a trinary operator requires three inputs to perform its function.
- trinary star
- trinary system
Examples
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A trinary supernova, a simultaneous explosion of three giant stars located in the center of the- -
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So Yum, yuck and meh seems to be the, the trinary response.
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The musician often performs as part of a trinary group, showcasing their harmonious blend of voices.
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A classic story involves a trinary hero, a villain, and a wise mentor.
Synonyms
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2.7
A group of three people who perform together, like musicians
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6.1
A group of three people or things seen together
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3.2
An amount three times as large or a group of three things
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5.4
A group of three people who act together
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6.3
A group of three people or things seen as one unit
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3.7
A group of three similar things seen as one unit
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9.9
A group of three things
A group of three things joined and treated as one thing
A group of three things seen or used together
How Many
Surface Forms
Morphology
trinary = three (transparent) = tri + ary
Derived from 'tri-' (three) with '-ary' forming a noun sense 'a set of three'; the group/trio sense is a straightforward nominal use of the adjective form.
Etymology
Trinary comes from the root tri- meaning 'three', like the words trio and triple. So a trinary is simply a group or set of three people or things.