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Definition of threequel

threequel

/ˈθriːkwəl/
three · quel
Plural:threequels
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• noun

1

A book, movie, or other creative work that is the third installment in a series, continuing the story of a previous sequel.

Example

"Fans of the franchise were eagerly awaiting the summer release of the long-promised threequel."

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• Rhymes for threequel

• Nearby Words

threefold
threepeat
threepence
threequel
threesome
thresh
thresher

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a humorous blend of the words 'three' and 'sequel'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Threequel. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/threequel
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