Definition of double

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Double (a.) To make of two thicknesses or folds by turning or bending together in the middle; to fold one part upon another part of; as, to double the leaf of a book, and the like; to clinch, as the fist; -- often followed by up; as, to double up a sheet of paper or cloth..

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Superfete :: Superfetation (n.) The formation of a fetus at the result of an impregnation occurring after another impregnation but before the birth of the offspring produced by it. This is possible only when there is a double uterus, or where menstruation persists up to the time of the second impregnation..
Twin :: Twin (a.) Double; consisting of two similar and corresponding parts.
Zircofluoride :: Zircofluoride (n.) A double fluoride of zirconium and hydrogen, or some other positive element or radical; as, zircofluoride of sodium..
Stannoso- :: Stannofluoride (n.) Any one of a series of double fluorides of tin (stannum) and some other element.
Apastron :: Apastron (n.) That point in the orbit of a double star where the smaller star is farthest from its primary.
Convolution :: Convolution (n.) The state of being rolled upon itself, or rolled or doubled together; a tortuous or sinuous winding or fold, as of something rolled or folded upon itself..
Fluosilicate :: Fluosilicate (n.) A double fluoride of silicon and some other (usually basic) element or radical, regarded as a salt of fluosilicic acid; -- called also silicofluoride..
Double-barreled :: Double-barreled (a.) Alt. of -barrelle.
Double :: Double (n.) A feast in which the antiphon is doubled, hat is, said twice, before and after the Psalms, instead of only half being said, as in simple feasts..
Dorking Fowl :: Dorking fowl () One of a breed of large-bodied domestic fowls, having five toes, or the hind toe double. There are several strains, as the white, gray, and silver-gray. They are highly esteemed for the table..
Sociable :: Sociable (n.) A carriage having two double seats facing each other, and a box for the driver..
Double-quick :: Double-quick (n.) Double-quick time, step, or march..
Slur :: Slur (v. t.) To blur or double, as an impression from type; to mackle..
Doubletree :: Doubletree (n.) The bar, or crosspiece, of a carriage, to which the singletrees are attached..
Reduplicate :: Reduplicate (v. t.) To redouble; to multiply; to repeat.
Barrelled :: Barrelled (a.) Having a barrel; -- used in composition; as, a double-barreled gun..
Jigger :: "Jigger (n. & v.) A light tackle, consisting of a double and single block and the fall, used for various purposes, as to increase the purchase on a topsail sheet in hauling it home; the watch tackle..
Double :: Double (n.) A player or singer who prepares to take the part of another player in his absence; a substitute.
Paltock :: Paltock (n.) A kind of doublet; a jacket.
Double-tongued :: Double-tongued (a.) Making contrary declarations on the same subject; deceitful.
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