First Known Use: 1597
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1dual
adjective du·al \ˈdü(-ə)l also ˈdyü-əl\
: having two different parts, uses, etc.
: having two of something
Full Definition of DUAL
1
of grammatical number : denoting reference to two
2
a : consisting of two parts or elements or having two like parts : double b : having a double character or nature
— du·al·ly \-ə(l)-lē\ adverb
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Origin of DUAL
Latin dualis, from duo two — more at two
Related to DUAL
- Synonyms
- binary, bipartite, double-barreled, double-edged, double, duplex, twin, twofold
- Antonyms
- single
2dual
noun
Definition of DUAL
1
: the dual number of a language
2
: a linguistic form in the dual
First Known Use of DUAL
1650
DUAL Defined for Kids
dual
adjective du·al \ˈdü-əl, ˈdyü-\
Definition of DUAL for Kids
1
: having two different parts or aspects <Trees have a dual function of providing beauty and shade.>
2
: having two like parts <The car has dual airbags.>
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