duplex (EN)

adjective, noun

adjective “duplex”

1. consisting of two parts; double
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   The engineer designed a duplex system for improved safety.
2. (in architecture) having two floors or levels
   The duplex apartment offers stunning views from both floors.
3. (in telecommunications) allowing communication in both directions simultaneously
   The new radio uses duplex transmission.

noun “duplex”

1. a house divided into two separate units, each with its own entrance
   They live in a duplex and rent out one side to tenants.
2. an apartment or flat with two floors connected by an internal staircase
   She purchased a duplex overlooking the city skyline.
3. (in telecommunications) a system allowing simultaneous two-way communication
   The radio operates in duplex, enabling two people to talk and listen at the same time.
4. (in biochemistry) a double-stranded molecule of DNA or RNA
   The scientists studied the structure of the DNA duplex.