2syllables
duplex
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Definitions ofduplex
1noun
- A house made up of two dwelling units.
- A cancellation combining a numerical cancellation with a second mark showing time, date, and place of posting.
- A throwing motion where two balls are thrown with one hand at the same time.
- A double-stranded polynucleotide.
- A system of multiple thrust faults bounded above and below by a roof thrust and floor thrust.
1verb
- To make duplex.
- To make into a duplex.
- (juggling) To make a series of duplex throws.
1adjective
- Double, made up of two parts.
- Bidirectional (in two directions).
Example: "duplex telegraphy"
- Having horizons with contrasting textures.
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