quadruple

/ˈkwɑd.ɹə.pəl/

UK: /kwɒˈdɹuː.pəl/

KWⱭD · ɹə · pəl (3 syllables)

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Definition

Being four times as long, as big or as many of something.

Etymology

From Middle English quadruple, from Latin quadruplus. Can be analyzed as quadri- + -ple.

Example Sentences

  • "He's quite an athlete and can do quadruple jumps with ease."
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