Dictionary of the word “duplex”

Meaning of the word

The term “duplex” is an adjective that describes something that consists of two parts or equal or similar units. It can also refer to a type of housing that has two independent apartments, on top of the other, with separate inputs.

Origin of the word

The word “duplex” originates in the Latin “duplex”, which means “double” or “folded”.

Word adverbs

There are no specific adverbs related to the word “duplex”.

Conjunctions of the word

There are no specific conjunctions related to the word “duplex”.

Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “duplex” are: bifurcated, duplicate, double, gamped, bicameral.

Word Definitions

1. that has two parts or units equal or similar.
2. Relative to a type of housing with two independent apartments, one on top of each other.

Phrases that the word applies

1. The building has duplex apartments, with two floors each.

2. We bought a duplex to live with the family.

Examples of the word in text

The duplex we buy has a beautiful sea view.

Duplex apartments are ideal for large families.

Rhymes with the word

Suplex, Triplex, Complex, Connex, Reflex.

Anagrams with the word

Possible anagrams with the word “duplex” are: PULEDX, Puxled.