ternary vs trey

ternary

noun
  • A group of three things; a trio, threesome or tierce. 

adj
  • Arranged in groups of three. 

  • Having three variables. 

  • To the base three. 

  • Containing, or consisting of, three different parts, as elements, atoms, groups, or radicals, which are regarded as having different functions or relations in the molecule. 

  • Made up of three things. 

trey

noun
  • A three penny coin; a thrippence. 

  • The third branch of a deer's antler. 

  • A score of three in cards, dice, or dominoes. 

  • The third bearer of the same personal name in a family, often denoted by suffixed Roman numeral III. 

  • A playing card or die with the rank of three. 

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