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Double Meaning, Examples & Usage Guide (3 meaning)

Meaning 1：two identical parts (double)

double 🔊

/ˈdʌb.əl/

adj., v., n.

Consisting of two parts that are exactly the same, often added together.

Double identical cups of coffee on wooden table

two identical parts 🔊

➕

/tuː aɪˈdentɪkəl pɑːrts/

adj., v., n.

Describing something composed of two identical or matching elements that are often combined into one unit.

📁 Category：Diet & Health 🔖 Level：beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'duplus' (twofold), combining 'duo' (two) and '-plus' (fold).

💡 Mnemonic

Think of a 'double' scoop ice cream: two identical scoops stacked together.

📖 Example

I was so tired this morning that I ordered a double espresso to wake myself up. 🔊 I was so tired this morning that I ordered a double espresso to wake myself up.

🔗 Collocations

double espresso – a coffee made with two shots of espresso

double trouble – a situation with twice the problems or difficulties

double take – a delayed reaction of surprise, looking twice at something

🔄 Synonyms

twin (adj.) – consisting of two identical or similar parts

dual (adj.) – having two parts, functions, or aspects

twofold (adj.) – having two elements or aspects

🚫 Antonyms

single (adj.) – consisting of only one part or element

half (adj.) – being one of two equal parts

singular (adj.) – referring to one only

🌱 Derivatives

doubly (adv.) – in a double manner or to twice the degree

doubling (n.) – the act of making something twice as much or becoming twice as much

doubleness (n.) – the state or quality of being double

📖 Cultural Story

Entered English via Old French 'doble' from Latin 'duplus'. Used in mathematics, coinage (double eagle), and sports (double play) since medieval times.

Meaning 2：twice the amount (double)

double 🔊

/ˈdʌb.əl/

adj., v., n.

Being twice as much in number, amount, size, or strength.

Double piles of golden coins showing twice amount

twice the amount 🔊

➕

/twaɪs ði əˈmaʊnt/

adj., v., n.

Indicating that something is two times the quantity, size, or intensity of something else.

📁 Category：Buildings & Places 🔖 Level：beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

The new apartment has double the living space of our old one, which is perfect for our growing family. 🔊 The new apartment has double the living space of our old one, which is perfect for our growing family.

🔗 Collocations

double the size – two times the physical dimensions or area

double pay – twice the normal wage for extra work or holidays

double jeopardy – the legal principle that a person cannot be tried twice for the same crime

🔄 Synonyms

twofold (adj.) – having two parts or being twice as much

twice (adv.) – two times (used to modify verbs or adjectives)

duplicate (adj.) – identical copy or twice the amount

🚫 Antonyms

half (adj.) – one of two equal parts, reducing by 50%

single (adj.) – only one in number

one-time (adj.) – occurring only once

🌱 Derivatives

doubling (n.) – the act of becoming twice as much

doubly (adv.) – to twice the degree

doublet (n.) – a pair of identical items (historical garment sense rare)

Meaning 3：for two people (double)

double 🔊

/ˈdʌb.əl/

adj., v., n.

Made for or used by two people; having two similar parts.

for two people 🔊

➕

/fɔːr tuː ˈpiːpəl/

adj., v., n.

Designed or intended to accommodate two individuals, or having two identical sections for shared use.

📁 Category：Buildings & Places 🔖 Level：beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

We booked a hotel room with a double bed instead of two singles. 🔊 We booked a hotel room with a double bed instead of two singles.

🔗 Collocations

double bed – a bed designed for two people to sleep in

double room – a hotel room with a double bed, suitable for two guests

double occupancy – the use of a room or facility by two people

🔄 Synonyms

twin (adj.) – consisting of two matching parts, often used for beds

paired (adj.) – arranged in sets of two

dual (adj.) – having two parts, designed for two

🚫 Antonyms

single (adj.) – designed for one person

individual (adj.) – intended for one person alone

solo (adj.) – done by one person alone

🌱 Derivatives

doubly (adv.) – in a way that involves two people or twice the amount

doubling (n.) – the act of making something suitable for two