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ternary

Ternary (adj) means Made up of three things.

adj
1
Made up of three things.
2
Arranged in groups of three.
3
To the base three.
4
Having three variables.
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Etymology

From Late Latin ternārius (“consisting of three things”), from ternī (“three each”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of ternary?

"ternary" (adj) means made up of three things.

What are the different meanings of ternary?

"ternary" has 3 main meanings: 1. Made up of three things; 2. Arranged in groups of three; 3. To the base three.

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