treble
/ˈtrɛbəl/
adjective
- Three times as much or as many; triple.
- The recipe calls for treble the amount of sugar.
- She received treble the usual amount of homework.
- The company reported a treble increase in profits this quarter.
- Relating to the highest range of musical notes or voices.
- The treble strings on the violin are thinner than the bass strings.
- The treble clef is used for higher-pitched instruments.
- He plays the treble part on the guitar.
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noun
- The highest range of musical notes, especially in a choir or instrument; a voice or part that sings or plays in this range.
- She has a clear, strong treble that stands out in the chorus.
- The choir's treble section carried the melody beautifully.
- The piece is written for treble, alto, tenor, and bass.
- A child's high-pitched singing voice, or a singer with such a voice.
- The cathedral choir has several talented trebles.
- The treble sang the solo with perfect pitch.
- Many boys' voices change from treble to baritone during puberty.
- The high-frequency part of an audio signal, especially in a sound system.
- The speakers produce a bright treble but lack bass.
- Turn up the treble on the equalizer to make the cymbals clearer.
- He adjusted the treble and bass knobs on the stereo.
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verb
- To make or become three times as great in number, size, or amount.
- If you invest wisely, your savings could treble over time.
- The population of the town has trebled in the last decade.
- The company plans to treble its production capacity next year.
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