Definition of "duplex" in английский

adjective

1. Double; made up of two parts.

2. (telecommunications) Bidirectional (in two directions).

   • duplex telegraphy

3. (soil science) Having horizons with contrasting textures.

noun

1. (US, Canada, Australia) A house made up of two dwelling units.

2. (US) A dwelling unit with two floors.

3. (philately) A cancellation combining a numerical cancellation with a second mark showing time, date, and place of posting.

4. (juggling) A throwing motion where two balls are thrown with one hand at the same time.

5. (biochemistry) A double-stranded polynucleotide.

6. (geology) A system of multiple thrust faults bounded above and below by a roof thrust and floor thrust.

verb

1. To make duplex.

2. To make into a duplex.

3. (juggling) To make a series of duplex throws.