duplex
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for duplex, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A house divided into two separate living units, or a single home with two floors.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
duplex house
duplex apartment
semidetached house
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A house divided into two separate living units, or a single home with two floors.
“They rented one half of a duplex near the university.”
duplex house
duplex apartment
semidetached house
2. adj
Made up of two matching parts, or working in two directions at once.
“The intercom uses duplex communication so both sides can talk simultaneously.”
Opposites
How to use duplex
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
duplex apartment
duplex house
full duplex
Etymology
From Latin duplex, "twofold," from duo ("two") plus plicare ("to fold").
Full origin of duplex →Frequently asked questions
What does “duplex” mean?
The word “duplex” means a house divided into two separate living units, or a single home with two floors. In plain terms, something built or working in two matched parts — most commonly a two-family house.
How do you pronounce “duplex”?
“Duplex” is pronounced DOO-plehks (/ˈdu.plɛks/ in IPA).
How do you use “duplex” in a sentence?
Here is “duplex” used in a sentence: “They rented one half of a duplex near the university.”
What part of speech is “duplex”?
Depending on how it is used, “duplex” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “duplex” come from?
The word “duplex” comes from Latin. From Latin duplex, "twofold," from duo ("two") plus plicare ("to fold").
Is “duplex” a common word?
“Duplex” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “duplex” have?
“Duplex” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a house divided into two separate living units, or a single home with two floors.
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