Meaning & Definition of word "Double"

Double

/ˈdʌbəl/

1. A thing that is twice as much or as many as another.
- Example: He bought a double of the original painting.
2. In sports, a score or play involving two players or points.
- Example: She hit a double in the baseball game.

1. To make twice as much or as many.
- Example: If we double the recipe, we’ll have enough for everyone.
2. To fold or bend something in half.
- Example: Please double the paper before cutting it.

1. Consisting of two equal, identical, or similar parts.
- Example: They ordered a double portion of pasta for dinner.
2. Twice as much in quantity or size.
- Example: The recipe requires a double amount of flour.

From Middle English 'double', from Old French 'doble', from Latin 'duplus', meaning twofold.

double take:

A reaction of surprise or disbelief after realizing something unexpected.

double down:

To commit oneself to a course of action or position.

double standards:

The application of different sets of principles for similar situations.

duplicate:

An exact copy of something, often used in contexts of documents or objects.

duplex:

A house divided into two separate residences.

duality:

The quality or condition of being dual; having two parts.

Meaning: Double trouble

Example Sentence: When they teamed up, it was double trouble for their opponents.

Meaning: Double shift

Example Sentence: He had to work a double shift last night.