trifecta

Definition

A bet in which the bettor must select the first three placegetters of a race in the order in which they finish.

Etymology

From tri- + (per)fecta.

Example Sentences

• "The conservative player will play the exacta box bet and the occasional trifecta box wager."
• "In a trifecta, you must wager on three horses: the one that finishes first (win), the one that finishes second (place), and the one that finishes third (show) in order."
• "The money picture for Santorum could change after his trifecta win in Colorado, Minnesota, and Missouri Tuesday night."