: consisting of or made in three pieces
a three-piece suit

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The President, in a three-piece suit, was there to open the safe. Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026 Kirundo 3-piece Lounge Set This three-piece set—complete with a cardigan, sleeveless top, and drawstring pants—offers maximum versatility for spring travel—and for your wardrobe. Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2026 The Fantastic Four star wore a three-piece black suit, composed of a largely undone vest, slouchy blazer, and wide-leg trousers. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026 This three-piece Tommy Bahama quilt set delivers snuggly but cooling comfort, as it’s made from 100 percent cotton. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for three-piece

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of three-piece was in 1904

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“Three-piece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three-piece. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.

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