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Definitions of trio

noun
a set of three similar things considered as a unit

synonyms: triade

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trilogie
a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject or theme

type of:
set, span, stel, unit
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
noun
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

synonyms: Drievuldigheid, drie, terzet, triade

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cijfer, figuur
one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
noun
a musical composition for three performers

synonyms: drietal

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compositie, muziekje, muziekstuk, op., opus, stuk, toonzetting
a musical work that has been created
noun
a group of three men responsible for public administration or civil authority

synonyms: supertrio, tiercé

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Drievuldigheid, drie-eenheid, drieëenheid, triniteit
three people considered as a unit

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