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