duplex Definition
- 1a house or apartment with two floors connected by an internal staircase
- 2a telecommunications system that allows the transmission of data in both directions at the same time
Using duplex: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "duplex" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The duplex has a spacious living room on the first floor and three bedrooms upstairs.
Example
The company upgraded their internet connection to a duplex system for faster data transfer.
Example
The real estate agent showed us a few duplexes in the area that were available for rent.
duplex Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for duplex
- twin
- semi-detached
- double
Origins of duplex
from Latin 'duo', meaning 'two' + 'plex', meaning 'fold'
Summary: duplex in Brief
The term 'duplex' [ˈdjuːpleks] refers to a type of housing unit with two floors connected by an internal staircase. It can also refer to a telecommunications system that allows data transmission in both directions simultaneously. Examples include 'The duplex has a spacious living room on the first floor and three bedrooms upstairs,' and 'The company upgraded their internet connection to a duplex system for faster data transfer.' Synonyms include 'semi-detached,' while informal equivalents include 'two-story house.'
