three R's

plural noun

Definition of three R's

1 : the fundamentals taught in elementary school especially : reading, writing, and arithmetic

2 : the fundamental skills in a field of endeavor

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three-quarter time

three-quarter vamp

three-quarter view

three-ring circus

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The first known use of three R's was in 1828

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