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AAA

US //ˌtɹɪpəˈɫeɪ// aaa
  1. 1 roadside assistance organization (n.)
    B1 Intermediate American English

    a large organization in the US that helps drivers with car trouble.

    The American Automobile Association; a federation of motor clubs providing roadside assistance and travel services.

    Example

    I had to call AAA when my car battery died in the parking lot.

    Example

    Membership in AAA provides peace of mind for long-distance commuters, offering comprehensive roadside recovery and various travel discounts.

    Usage

    Usually pronounced as 'Triple-A'.
  2. 2 highest credit rating (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Finance

    the best possible score a company or country can get for its ability to pay back debt.

    The highest credit rating assigned by financial agencies, indicating an extremely low risk of default.

    Example

    The country worked hard to keep its AAA credit rating during the crisis.

    Example

    Investors flocked to the sovereign bonds, reassured by the agency's decision to maintain the nation's AAA status despite the recent market volatility.

    Usage

    Often functions as a compound noun or an attributive modifier.
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  1. 3 high-budget video games (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal Computing

    used to describe video games with the biggest budgets and best graphics.

    Denoting high-budget video games produced and distributed by mid-size or major publishers.

    Example

    The new AAA game requires a very powerful computer to run smoothly.

    Example

    While indie titles often innovate on mechanics, AAA releases typically focus on cinematic presentation and massive open-world environments.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun 'game' or 'title'.
  2. 4 minor league sports level (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate American English Sport

    the highest level of play in minor league baseball.

    The highest classification of Minor League Baseball in North America, positioned immediately below Major League Baseball.

    Example

    He played in AAA for two years before finally making it to the major leagues.

    Example

    The scout spent the afternoon at the AAA affiliate, evaluating whether the young pitcher was ready for a call-up to the big leagues.

    Usage

    Commonly used with the word 'affiliate' or 'level'.
  3. 5 anti-aircraft weapons (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Military

    large guns used to shoot down enemy planes.

    Anti-aircraft artillery; weapons designed to attack aircraft from the ground.

    Example

    The pilots had to fly low to avoid the heavy AAA over the city.

    Example

    The squadron encountered intense AAA while approaching the target, forcing the lead pilot to execute evasive maneuvers.

    Usage

    Often pronounced as individual letters in military contexts.

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