DUPLICATING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective (satellite)

being two identical

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adjective (satellite)

identically copied from an original

Example: a duplicate key

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

a copy that corresponds to an original exactly

Example: he made a duplicate for the files

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

something additional of the same kind

Example: he always carried extras in case of an emergency

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

make or do or perform again

Example: He could never replicate his brilliant performance of the magic trick

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

make a duplicate or duplicates of

Example: Could you please duplicate this letter for me?

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Verb

increase twofold

Example: The population doubled within 50 years

Meaning 8

Part of speech: Verb

duplicate or match

Example: The polished surface twinned his face and chest in reverse