three R's
plural noun
1
: the fundamentals taught in elementary school
especially
: reading, writing, and arithmetic
2
: the fundamental skills in a field of endeavor
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“Three R's.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three%20R%27s. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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