Duplex

Pronunciation

• US enPR: doÍžo'plÄ•ks, IPA: /ˈduplÉ›ks/

Origin

From Latin duplex ("double, two-fold"), from duo ("two") + plico ("fold together"), from Ancient Greek πλέκω (pleko, "twist, braid").

Full definition of duplex

Adjective

1. double, made up of two parts
2. in two directions (electronical signaling)duplex telegraphy

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• duplex escapement
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• half-duplex
• semiduplex

Noun

1. house made up of two dwelling units
2. (philately) a cancellation combining a numerical cancellation with a second mark showing time, date, and place of posting.
3. (juggling) throwing motion where two balls are thrown with one hand at the same time.

Verb

1. To make duplex.
2. To make into a duplex.
3. jugging To make a series of duplex throws.

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