Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quadruplex

Noun
kwah-droo-pleks
Definition
A type of optical fiber cable that contains four separate fibers or channels.
Examples
  • The new communications system uses a quadruplex to enhance data transmission.
  • In broadcasting, the quadruplex technology allows for multiple channels to be recorded at once.
Meaning
Quadruplex refers to a system or structure that has four parts or components. In telecommunications, it often indicates the ability to transmit four signals simultaneously.
Synonyms
  • Fourfold
  • Quad
  • Four-way