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  1. one more than two; denoting a quantity consisting of three items or units; -- representing the number three as an Arabic numeral

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  1. the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
  2. being one more than two

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  • Postnodal radial spaces All cells are named after the vein that bounds them anteriorly and are numbered, if more than one, from base outwardly, as 2M3 = second median 3, etc In figure 1, M, in the outer margin between C1 and M2, should be M3: the 3 was accidentally cut out by the engraver Plate 1 Plate 2 Plate 3 COLOR PLATE Nomenclature of Windsor and Newton's Water Colors. —  Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology
  • Buyer 3 is a little lower and seller 3 a little higher than regular way when the market is in a normal condition. —  Up To Date Business Home Study Circle Library Series (Volume II.)
  • When the space is not very wide (3-3, Plate I it is an excellent mark to have, giving independence of thought, quickness of judgment, and a certain mental daring that is invaluable in fighting the battle of life. —  Palmistry for All
  • This would denote that the person continues to cultivate the practical side of his nature that was at that period called into existence If one were examining a straight Line of Head and noticed a curve downward or a fine line growing downwards from it (3-3, Plate V. —  Palmistry for All
  • If one of these lines crosses and joins the line of Fate (3-3, Plate X. —  Palmistry for All
 

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