dual

¹du·al

adj \ˈdü(-ə)l also ˈdyü-əl\

Definition of DUAL

1

of grammatical number : denoting reference to two

2

a : consisting of two parts or elements or having two like parts : double b : having a double character or nature

— du·al·ly \-ə(l)-lē\ adverb

Examples of DUAL

1. the dual purpose of the study
2. She pursued dual careers in music and acting.

Origin of DUAL

Latin dualis, from duo two — more at two

First Known Use: 1597

Related to DUAL

Synonyms: binary, bipartite, double-barreled, double-edged, double, duplex, twin, twofold

Antonyms: single

Related Words: mated, paired

Near Antonyms: unpaired

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Rhymes with DUAL

crewel, duel, fuel, gruel, jewel, newel