multiplex

adjective

mul·ti·plex | \ ˈməl-tə-ˌpleks

Definition of multiplex

(Entry 1 of 3)

1 : many, multiple

2 : being or relating to a system of transmitting several messages or signals simultaneously on the same circuit or channel

multiplex

verb

multiplexed; multiplexing; multiplexes

Definition of multiplex (Entry 2 of 3)

transitive verb

: to send (messages or signals) by a multiplex system

intransitive verb

: to multiplex messages or signals

multiplex

noun

Definition of multiplex (Entry 3 of 3)

: a complex that houses several movie theaters

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Synonyms & Antonyms for multiplex

Synonyms: Adjective

beaucoup [slang], legion, many, multifold, multiple, multitudinous, numerous

Antonyms: Adjective

few

Examples of multiplex in a Sentence

Adjective

would sometimes experience multiplex moods in the course of a single day

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Mayor Bloomberg delivered his standard sermon about obesity, nutrition, and the multiplex horrors of sugary drinks. — Kevin D. Williamson, National Review, "The White Ghetto," 23 July 2019 Now picture her sporting tight white jeans and a black leather jacket, making her way carefully (in 4-inch platform sandals) through a garish and loud multiplex lobby with its cacophony of video-game arcades. — Vance Muse, Houston Chronicle, "Houston socialite Lynn Wyatt recalls her times hanging out with friend Elton John," 14 June 2019 But a detailed 1983 article about the decline of the drive-in, written by The Chronicle’s John Stanley, gave data and testimonials that suggested the multiplex theater was the largest culprit for failing drive-ins. — Peter Hartlaub, SFChronicle.com, "SF almost had a Sutro Drive-In in 1950, and more local outdoor movie history," 13 July 2018 Her two other children toddle beside her and Lavelle, her husband, headed for the welcoming chill of a multiplex matinee. — Simon Montlake, The Christian Science Monitor, "For three families, Tulsa experiment offers chance to grasp American dream," 3 July 2018 Are multiplex audiences too jaded to appreciate its bizarre, slow-building atmospheric tension? — Michael Phillips, chicagotribune.com, "Why is 'Hereditary' such a hit with critics — and an apparent flop with audiences?," 11 June 2018 The question is how relevant the ratings are in a world where the principal gatekeepers are not parents or multiplex workers but algorithms and passwords — where a different kind of code controls what can be seen by whom. — New York Times, "Dystopia, Apocalypse, Culture War: 2018 or 1968?," 17 May 2018 Harkins Theaters has replicated the large screen curtained experience in two multiplex locations. — azcentral, "Iconic Arizona businesses that are closed," 4 Nov. 2014 In multiplex terms, that's a trend toward individual movie purchases, not theater subscriber fees. — Steven Zeitchik, chicagotribune.com, "Why MoviePass' innovations could outlive the company," 11 May 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Why not cut out distributors completely by going straight to multiplex operators? — Brooks Barnes, New York Times, "With ‘Logan Lucky,’ Soderbergh Hopes to Change Film’s Business Model," 31 July 2017

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

There’s no guarantee that a brand new movie theater, such as the massive AMC multiplex currently being built as part of the 9th and Colorado project, will continue to fill seats. — John Wenzel, The Denver Post, "Denver-area movie theaters are thriving as the rest of the nation sees a downturn," 22 July 2019 Just like that, the movie business would be inexorably changed, with multiplexes existing only to screen films for a few weeks. — David Sims, The Atlantic, "Why Big Movie Chains Won’t Show Martin Scorsese’s Netflix Epic," 28 Aug. 2019 Schwartz insisted on multiplex wiring, rearview TV, electronic instrumentation and ETAK-satellite navigation. — Tony Swan, Popular Mechanics, "A Closer Look at Chevy's Mid-Engine Corvette...From 1988?," 19 July 2019 The New York Times Forget about the mutants at the multiplex. — Ben Brantley, New York Times, "Review: An Electrifying ‘Coriolanus,’ Addicted to War," 5 Aug. 2019 The Lion King is still reigning at the multiplex, but Quentin Tarantino is poised for a personal best. — Oliver Gettell, EW.com, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," 28 July 2019 Weekends in June 1989 were pretty much spent at the multiplex. — J.r. Gonzales, Houston Chronicle, "KRBE's own Ghostbusters, a hospital closes and more from June 1989," 27 June 2019 But 20 years after the Sony Metreon boldly declared itself the future, the building is nestled squarely in the present; a routine destination anchored by a multiplex, City Target and food court. — San Francisco Chronicle, "Like everything else involved with the project, the chrome marketing folder was shiny and filled with hope, as if the owners were selling a new subdivision on the moons of Jupiter.," 26 July 2019 But neither pose a serious threat to Iron Man, Black Panther and the host of other superheroes currently dominating the multiplex. — Ryan Faughnder, latimes.com, "'Avengers: Infinity War' to win third box-office weekend as 'Life of the Party' courts Mother's Day crowds," 9 May 2018

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