triplet /ˈtɹɪplət/ noun7 •A set of three. •One of a group of three. •One of a group of three siblings born at the same time to the same mother. •A group of three notes of even rhythm played or written where two of those notes would ordinarily be; a form of tuplet. •A triquark. •A quantum state with three allowed projections for the spin. •A constructed gem consisting of a thin slice of natural opal sandwiched between a clear glass or quartz top and a synthetic or stone backing that enhances the colour of the opal. formstriplets