Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doubleheader
noun
/ˈdʌbəlˌhɛdər/
Definition
A doubleheader is a term used predominantly in sports to describe a set of two games played by the same team on the same day.
Examples
- The baseball team played a doubleheader against their rivals, winning both games.
- Fans were excited for the doubleheader, eager to see two games for the price of one.
Meaning
The term signifies that two matches or events are scheduled back-to-back, typically within a single day.
Synonyms
- double match
- back-to-back games
- twofer
