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Synonyms for duplexes


Grammar : Noun
Spell : doo-pleks, dyoo-
Phonetic Transcription : ˈdu plɛks, ˈdyu-



Définition of duplexes

Origin :
  • 1817, "composed of two parts," from Latin duplex, from duo "two" (see two) + -plex, from Greek plax (genitive plakos) "flat surface." The noun sense of "house for two families; two-story apartment" is American English, 1922.
  • As in duplex apartment : noun apartment on two adjoining floors
Example sentences :
  • They call them flats or duplexes some places, but we call them doubles.
  • Extract from : « Warren Commission (8 of 26): Hearings Vol. VIII (of 15) » by The President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy

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