triplex

1 of 2

noun

tri·​plex ˈtri-ˌpleks 

ˈtrī-

: something (such as an apartment) that is triplex

triplex

2 of 2

adjective

1

: threefold, triple

triplex windows

2

: having three apartments, floors, or sections

triplex buildings

triplex apartments

a triplex theater

Synonyms

Adjective

• threefold
• treble
• triadic
• tripartite
• triple

Examples of triplex in a Sentence

Adjective

a triplex house that features a separate apartment on each floor

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The crown jewel—and the only apartment still on the market—is a massive triplex listed for an eye-watering $59 million. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2024

This two-story triplex comprises a total of three bedrooms and three bathrooms. —Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 2 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Latin, from tri- + -plex -fold — more at -fold

First Known Use

Noun

1571, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1655, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

triplex

1 of 2 adjective

tri·​plex ˈtrip-ˌleks  ˈtrī-ˌpleks 

: triple entry 3 sense 2

triplex

2 of 2 noun

: something that has three parts (as an apartment with three floors)