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triplicate

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for triplicate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To make three identical copies of something.

How to use triplicate

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in triplicate triplicate forms

Etymology

From Latin triplicātus, "tripled," from tri- ("three") + plicō ("to fold") — the same pattern as "duplicate."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “triplicate” mean?

The word “triplicate” means to make three identical copies of something. In plain terms, made or copied three times over.

How do you pronounce “triplicate”?

“Triplicate” is pronounced TRIHP-lih-kuht (/ˈtɹɪp.lɪ.kət/ in IPA).

How do you use “triplicate” in a sentence?

Here is “triplicate” used in a sentence: “The clerk triplicated the form for the file, the client, and head office.”

What is another word for “triplicate”?

Words with a similar meaning to “triplicate” include treble.

What part of speech is “triplicate”?

Depending on how it is used, “triplicate” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “triplicate” come from?

The word “triplicate” comes from Latin. From Latin triplicātus, "tripled," from tri- ("three") + plicō ("to fold") — the same pattern as "duplicate.".

How many meanings does “triplicate” have?

“Triplicate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make three identical copies of something.

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