trio

4 definitions • 3 examples

a group of three people or things:

There was disappointment for the trio of 200 metre runners, all of whom failed to reach the final.

a group of three musicians or singers who perform together:

Many jazz trios consist of piano, guitar, and double bass.

a piece of music that has been written to be performed by three people:

The final item on today's programme is Beethoven's Trio in B flat.

three people who sing or play musical instruments together, or a piece of music written for three people