triad

Noun
  1. The cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one (synset 113766184)
    is a type of: digit, figure - one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
    same as: 3, deuce-ace, iii, leash, tercet, ternary, ternion, terzetto, three, threesome, tierce, trey, trine, trinity, trio, triplet, troika
  2. A set of three similar things considered as a unit (synset 108002640)
    is a type of: set - a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
    subtypes:
    • trilogy - a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject or theme
    • trigon, triplicity - (astrology) one of four groups of the zodiac where each group consists of three signs separated from each other by 120 degrees
    specific instances: trimurti - the triad of divinities of later Hinduism
    same as: trio, triple, triplet
  3. Three people considered as a unit (synset 108002508)
    is a type of: assemblage, gathering - a group of persons together in one place
    subtypes: triumvirate - a group of three men responsible for public administration or civil authority
    same as: threesome, trinity, trio
  4. A three-note major or minor chord;
    A note and its third and fifth tones (synset 106883261)
    is a type of: chord - a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together
    same as: common chord

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