English to English Dictionary

Double

Consisting of two equal, identical, or similar parts or things.

Double Personality

A psychological condition where an individual exhibits two distinct identities or personality states.

Double Tooth

A dental condition where two teeth grow in the same position.

Double-Check

To check something again to ensure accuracy or correctness.

Double-Digit Price

A price that is expressed in two digits, typically ranging from 10 to 99.

Double-Dome

A structure featuring two domes, one above the other, often used in architecture.

Double-Eyelid

A type of eyelid characterized by a visible crease, which is often associated with certain beauty standards.

Double-Tongued

Characterized by duplicity or deceit in speech; saying one thing to one person and another to someone else.

Double-blind

Designating a test or experiment in which neither the subjects nor the researchers know who is receiving the active treatment and who is receiving a placebo, in order to eliminate bias.

Double-down

To resolutely commit even more strongly to a particular course of action, policy, or belief, especially one that is risky or controversial.

Doubling

The act of making something double or twice as much.

Doublon

An obsolete gold coin of Spain and Spanish America, formerly worth two pistoles.