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tri

Latin

three

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From Latin trēs and Greek treis (three). A number prefix found in trio (a group of three), triple, triangle, and trivia (originally the "three roads" — trivium — where common knowledge was exchanged, hence "trivial" matters). Three-dimensional uses the prefix in its most transparent form.

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trio

A group of three people or things; a musical piece for three performers

trivial

Of little importance or value; insignificant

trivia

Minor, unimportant facts or details

three-dimensional

Having height, width, and depth; lifelike