Meaning & Definition of word "Twice"
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Twice
/twaɪs/
adverb:
- 1. Two times; on two occasions.
- Example: She called me twice yesterday.
- 2. Double the amount or degree.
- Example: The recipe says to use twice as much sugar.
- 3. In a repeated manner.
- Example: He managed to win the championship twice in a row.
- 4. To double in frequency or amount.
- Example: I need to see the doctor twice a year for check-ups.
Etymology
Middle English twies, from Old English twiga, alteration of twi.
Common Phrases and Expressions
twice as much:
A quantity that is double.
twice over:
Again; a second time.
pay twice:
To pay on two separate occasions.
Related Words
double:
Having twice the quantity, size, or value.
duo:
A pair of people in a similar context or situation.
duplicated:
To make an exact copy of.
Slang Meanings of twice
Meaning: Twice as good
Example Sentence: This pizza is twice as good as the last one.
Meaning: Two times the fun
Example Sentence: Partying with friends is two times the fun!