Definition of dual
1 of grammatical number : denoting reference to two a dual pronoun
2a : consisting of two parts or elements or having two like parts : double families with dual incomes held dual citizenship in France and the U.S. a dual function a dual exhaust systemb : having a double character or nature
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Examples of dual in a sentence
the dual purpose of the study
She pursued dual careers in music and acting.
Origin and Etymology of dual
Latin dualis, from duo two — more at two
First Known Use: 1597
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Definition of dual
linguistics
1 : the dual (see 1dual 1) number of a language
2 : a linguistic form in the dual
Origin and Etymology of dual
see 1dual
First Known Use: 1650
DUAL Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of dual for English Language Learners
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: having two different parts, uses, etc.
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: having two of something
DUAL Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of dual for Students
1 : having two different parts or aspects Trees have a dual function of providing beauty and shade.
2 : having two like parts The car has dual airbags.
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