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trey

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈtɹeɪ// UK //tɹˈeɪ// trey Archaic Informal

n. a group of three things, especially the number three on dice or a playing card. In basketball, people also use it to mean a shot that is worth three points.

n. a set or group of three; specifically, the three-spot on a die or a playing card. In a sporting context, particularly basketball, it refers to a three-point field goal.


SIMPLE

He rolled a trey and a four to win the game.

CONTEXTUAL

The point guard stepped back behind the line and sank a trey to tie the score.

COMPLEX

The dealer flipped over a trey of hearts, completing the sequence and handing the pot to the quiet player in the corner.

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Usage

Commonly used in card games, dice games, and basketball commentary.

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