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meaning of dual

1. Composed of two usually like or complementary parts; double.

For example:

(a)dual controls for pilot and copilot.

(b)a car with dual exhaust pipes.

2. Having a double character or purpose.

For example: a belief in the dual nature of reality.

3. (Grammar) Of, relating to, or being a number category that indicates two persons or things, as in Greek, Sanskrit, and Old English.


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