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Bi- :: Bi- () In the composition of chemical names bi- denotes two atoms, parts, or equivalents of that constituent to the name of which it is prefixed, to one of the other component, or that such constituent is present in double the ordinary proportion; as, bichromate, bisulphide. Be- and di- are often used interchangeably..

Double-barreled :: Double-barreled (a.) Alt. of -barrelle.

Error :: Error (n.) The difference between the approximate result and the true result; -- used particularly in the rule of double position.

Double-hung :: Double-hung (a.) Having both sashes hung with weights and cords; -- said of a window.

Broadcloth :: Broadcloth (n.) A fine smooth-faced woolen cloth for men's garments, usually of double width (i.e., a yard and a half); -- so called in distinction from woolens three quarters of a yard wide..

Diplocardiac :: Diplocardiac (a.) Having the heart completely divided or double, one side systemic, the other pulmonary..

Spare :: Spare (n.) The right of bowling again at a full set of pins, after having knocked all the pins down in less than three bowls. If all the pins are knocked down in one bowl it is a double spare; in two bowls, a single spare..

Binate :: Binate (a.) Double; growing in pairs or couples.

Gorget :: Gorget (n.) A piece of armor, whether of chain mail or of plate, defending the throat and upper part of the breast, and forming a part of the double breastplate of the 14th century..

Double :: Double (a.) Twofold; multiplied by two; increased by its equivalent; made twice as large or as much, etc..

Two-sided :: Two-sided (a.) Having two sides only; hence, double-faced; hypocritical..

Archilute :: Archilute (n.) A large theorbo, or double-necked lute, formerly in use, having the bass strings doubled with an octave, and the higher strings with a unison..

Doubling :: Doubling (n.) The act of one that doubles; a making double; reduplication; also, that which is doubled..

Alembroth :: Alembroth (n.) The salt of wisdom of the alchemists, a double salt composed of the chlorides of ammonium and mercury. It was formerly used as a stimulant..

Double-milled :: Double-milled (a.) Twice milled or fulled, to render more compact or fine; -- said of cloth; as, double-milled kerseymere..

Diplopy :: Diplopy (n.) The act or state of seeing double.

Coward :: Coward (a.) Borne in the escutcheon with his tail doubled between his legs; -- said of a lion.

Doublet :: Doublet (a.) Two of the same kind; a pair; a couple.

Geminous :: Geminous (a.) Double; in pairs.

Double-ender :: Double-ender (n.) A locomotive with pilot at each end.

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