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    Double (en. Double)

    /dɔb/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A double of a document is a copy.
    I need a double of my passport.
    J'ai besoin d'un double de mon passeport.
    A rider who rides two horses in a competition.
    He managed to perform a double during his performance.
    Il a réussi à réaliser un double lors de sa prestation.
    adjective
    Refers to something that is twice as large or important.
    He received a double promotion.
    Il a obtenu une double promotion.
    Refers to a thing made up of two similar elements.
    This building has a double façade.
    Ce bâtiment a une double façade.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'duplus', meaning 'twice'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    double meaning
    An expression or a word that has two meanings.
    double sens
    to do a double
    To duplicate or replicate something.
    faire un double
    double life
    A secret existence in addition to the normal life.
    double vie

    Related Words

    du
    A prefix indicating the notion of two.
    du
    duality
    The state of having two aspects or sides.
    dualité

    Slang Meanings

    Double dose
    He took a double dose of coffee this morning.
    Il a pris une double dose de café ce matin.
    Double screw-up
    This movie is a double screw-up from the director.
    Ce film, c’est un double foutage de la part du réalisateur.