trilogy
Americannoun
plural
trilogies-
a series or group of three plays, novels, operas, etc., that, although individually complete, are closely related in theme, sequence, or the like.
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(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.
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a group of three related things.
noun
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a series of three related works, esp in literature, etc
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(in ancient Greece) a series of three tragedies performed together at the Dionysian festivals
Etymology
Origin of trilogy
From the Greek word trilogía, dating back to 1655–65. See tri-, -logy
Example Sentences
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That was followed by the Hobbit film trilogy and a big-budget Amazon Prime TV spin-off.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
To be frank, I wasn’t sure I was up for a trilogy on Porkalob’s family history.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
The animation is voiced by actor Domhnall Gleeson, who has starred in films such as “About Time,” the “Harry Potter” series, the “Star Wars” sequel trilogy and Taylor Swift’s recent music video “Opalite.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026
New Zealand filmmaker Peter Jackson, best known for The Lord of the Rings trilogy, will also be awarded an Honorary Palme d'Or during the festival.
From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026
Later, Nathan awoke and stayed in his room reading the third book in the trilogy.
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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