TWOFOLD


Meaning of TWOFOLD in English

adj. Function: adjective

1 having two parts, elements, or aspects FF1C; the problem is twofold: to find gasoline and to be able to pay for it FF1E;

Synonyms: bifold, binary, double, double-barreled, dual, dualistic, duple, duplex

Related Words: dyadic; paired, twin

Contrasted Words: distinct, separate

2 being twice as large, as great, or as many FF1C; a twofold increase in enrollment FF1E;

Synonyms: double, double-barreled

Idioms: twice over

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.