duplicate — to make an exact copy of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make an exact copy of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈduːplɪkeɪt/
Example Sentences
- My twin brother and I wore duplicate outfits to confuse our teacher.
- The company's policy prohibits employees from duplicating confidential documents.
- She accidentally sent duplicate emails, so everyone got the message twice.
duplicate
VERB[/ˈduːplɪkeɪt/]
to make an exact copy of something
He made a duplicate of the office key for his coworker.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'duplicatus', the past participle of 'duplicare', meaning 'to double'. This derives from 'duplex', meaning 'twofold', which combines 'duo' (two) and '-plex' (fold).
Breakdown
du- (two) + -plic- (fold) + -ate (verb suffix) = duplicate
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My twin brother and I wore duplicate outfits to confuse our teacher.”
“The company's policy prohibits employees from duplicating confidential documents.”
“She accidentally sent duplicate emails, so everyone got the message twice.”
“Scientists were able to duplicate the experiment's results in different laboratories.”
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