dual — consisting of two parts, elements, or aspects
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: consisting of two parts, elements, or aspects
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈduːəl/
Example Sentences
- My professor has a dual personality - super strict in class but hilarious during office hours!
- She holds dual citizenship in Korea and the United States.
- This jacket serves a dual purpose: it's fashionable and waterproof.
dual
ADJECTIVE[/ˈduːəl/]
consisting of two parts, elements, or aspects
The spy lives a dual life — banker by day, secret agent by night.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin dualis, an adjective formed from duo meaning 'two'. Roman speakers developed this term to express the concept of duality, and it has been transmitted through the Romance languages into Modern English.
Breakdown
duo- (two) + -alis (adjective suffix indicating relation or quality), literally 'of or pertaining to two'.
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📝Examples
“My professor has a dual personality - super strict in class but hilarious during office hours!”
“She holds dual citizenship in Korea and the United States.”
“This jacket serves a dual purpose: it's fashionable and waterproof.”
“Gaming with dual graphics cards makes my computer sound like a jet engine!”
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