Duplex

/ˈdjuːplɛks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A building divided into two separate residences or living units.

They decided to buy a duplex to rent out one side for extra income.

A type of apartment or home that has two levels or floors.

The duplex features a spacious living room on the first floor and bedrooms upstairs.

adjective

Having two parts or aspects.

The duplex printer can print on both sides of the paper automatically.

Relating to or being a structure with two units.

They are looking at duplex designs that can accommodate a large family.

From Latin 'duplex', meaning 'twofold'.

duplex printing

Printing on both sides of a sheet of paper.

duplex home

A home consisting of two separate residences.

duplex communication

Two-way communication system where both parties can speak and listen.

bifunctional

Having two functions.

twin

One of two identical or similar things.

dual

Consisting of two parts; double.

A term used in real estate to refer to an income-generating property.

He's flipping a duplex for profit.

Referring to a duplex as a 'dupe' of an upscale property.

They call that place a 'dupe' of high-end living.