trilogy

[tril-uh-jee]

noun

plural

trilogies 

1. a series or group of three plays, novels, operas, etc., that, although individually complete, are closely related in theme, sequence, or the like.

2. (in ancient Greek drama) a series of three complete and usually related tragedies performed at the festival of Dionysus and forming a tetralogy with the satyr play.

3. a group of three related things.

trilogy

/ ˈtrɪlədʒɪ /

noun

1. a series of three related works, esp in literature, etc

2. (in ancient Greece) a series of three tragedies performed together at the Dionysian festivals

Word History and Origins

Origin of trilogy¹

From the Greek word trilogía, dating back to 1655–65. See tri-, -logy

Word History and Origins

Origin of trilogy¹

C19: from Greek trilogia ; see _tri- , _-logy

Example Sentences

The enhanced clarity is why VistaVision hung on longer with the makers of old-school optical effects, serving as a workhorse for the original “Star Wars” trilogy and other pictures into the 21st century.

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"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -- Infinity Castle: Part 1," the first title in a new trilogy based on the popular manga series, has been a huge hit.

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Ticket sales died and so did plans for a trilogy.

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He has been reading Theodore Dreiser novels including “The Titan,” part of a trilogy about a ruthless businessman.

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A trilogy bout had been mandated, but Taylor chose not to pursue it as she takes a break from the sport.

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Related Words

• threesome 
• triad 
• troika