duplicate

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈdjuː.plɪ.kət/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

One that resembles or corresponds to another; an identical copy.

Example Sentences
  • This is a duplicate, but a very good replica.
2 Definition

An original instrument repeated; a document which is the same as another in all essential particulars, and differing from a mere copy in having all the validity of an original.

3 Definition

A pawnbroker's ticket, which must be shown when redeeming a pledged item.

4 Definition

The game of duplicate bridge.

5 Definition

The game of duplicate Scrabble.

6 Definition

A biological specimen that was gathered alongside another specimen and represents the same species.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a copy of.

Example Sentences
  • Can you duplicate this kind of key?
2 Definition

To do repeatedly; to do again.

Example Sentences
  • You don't need to duplicate my efforts.
3 Definition

To produce something equal to.

Example Sentences
  • He found it hard to duplicate the skills of his wife.
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Being the same as another; identical.

Example Sentences
  • This is a duplicate entry.
2 Definition

(games) In which the hands of cards, tiles, etc. are preserved between rounds to be played again by other players.

Example Sentences
  • duplicate Scrabble