duplexity
|du-plex-i-ty|
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/duːˈplɛksɪti/
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/djuːˈplɛksɪti/
dual nature
Etymology
Etymology Information
'duplexity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'duplex', where 'du-' meant 'two' and 'plex' meant 'folded'.
Historical Evolution
'duplex' transformed into the English word 'duplexity', maintaining its meaning of duality or double nature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'twofold or double', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being duplex; duality.
The duplexity of the design allowed for multiple uses.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45