tre•ble
Pronunciation: (treb'ul), [key]
— adj., n., v., -bled, -bling.
—adj.
- threefold; triple.
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- of or pertaining to the highest part in harmonized music; soprano.
- of the highest pitch or range, as a voice part, voice, singer, or instrument.
- high in pitch; shrill.
—n.
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- the treble or soprano part.
- a treble voice, singer, or instrument.
- a high or shrill voice or sound.
- the highest-pitched peal of a bell.
—v.t., v.i.
- to make or become three times as much or as many; triple.
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