Definition of DUPLET

duplet

Meanings

Plural: duplets

Noun

  • A group of two things.
  • A tuplet of two notes played in the time of three.
  • A group of two things.
  • the set of two electrons, with antiparallel spins, in the same orbital
  • An empty box placed above the existing boxes of the beehive in order to allow the colony to expand or store additional honey.

Origin / Etymology

Mid-17th century. From Latin duplus.

Synonyms

couple, duo, pair, super

Scrabble Score: 9

duplet is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
duplet is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
duplet is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

duplet is a valid Words With Friends word