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

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George Oliver 3-Piece Bistro Set Ideal for small spaces like patios, balconies, or porches, George Oliver’s three-piece bistro set creates a new spot to hang out while adding a cheerful pop of color. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2026 This is the first vinyl release of demo sessions recorded by the original three-piece lineup of Talking Heads for CBS/Columbia in 1975, with 15 tracks across two LPs at 45rpm. Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026 Wanda was part of a three-piece, all-lesbian folk group called the Prodigal Daughters. Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026 Dress in drag, wear 12-inch platforms or show up in a three-piece suit — any and all are welcome. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 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 11 Feb. 2026.

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