Tripartite
/traɪˈpɑːrtaɪt/adjective
Composed of or divided into three parts.
The tripartite agreement between the student, the parents and the school set the guidelines for expected behavior.
Often appears as...
- tripartite agreement
- tripartite system
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Three-Part Composition
When 'tripartite' describes something, it usually involves a structure split into three distinct sections or roles.
In our company's tripartite system, we have production, marketing, and customer service.
Pro Tip 2/3Equal Division
'Tripartite' suggests that the parts or roles are equally significant, not necessarily equal in size or scope.
The tripartite division of the territory did not mean equal land area, but equal resources.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Contexts
'Tripartite' is often used in formal agreements or legal documents to show a structured arrangement into three.
The tripartite treaty was signed, establishing clear boundaries among the three regions.
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triple
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