First Known Use: 1590
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duo
noun \ˈdü-(ˌ)ō also ˈdyü-\
: two people who perform together, are usually seen together, or are associated with each other
: a piece of music that is performed by two musicians
plural du·os
Full Definition of DUO
1
: duet
2
: pair 2
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Origin of DUO
Italian, from Latin, two — more at two
DUOS Defined for Kids
duo
noun \ˈdü-ō, ˈdyü-\
plural du·os
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