diplex

1 of 2

adjective

di·​plex
ˈdīˌpleks
: allowing telecommunication of two independent signals simultaneously by a single station or antenna or on a single carrier frequency without mutual interference
diplex radio and television transmission
diplex reception
distinguished from duplex

diplex

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transitive verb

"
-ed/-ing/-es
: to effect diplex transmission or reception of

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

alteration (influenced by di-) of duplex

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“Diplex.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diplex. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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