Definition & Meaning of "double"in English

a number or quantity that is twice as large or much as another, or twice the original amount

a person who bears a close resemblance to a famous individual, often used as a stand-in or impersonator

a type of base hit in baseball where the batter reaches second base safely after hitting the ball

(in bridge) a call made by a player to increase the stakes of the current bid, often used to challenge the opponents' bid or to indicate that they expect the opponents' contract to fail

two victories in the same sport within two different competitions during the same season

to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously

to clench or tighten one's fist, hand, or grip with increased intensity or force, often in response to stress, anger, or determination

to run or move quickly to reach a destination

to hit a baseball in such a way that the batter safely reaches second base, earning a two-base hit

(in snooker) to pot a ball by bouncing it off a cushion before it reaches the pocket

to play two distinct roles or characters in the same production or piece

possessing two contrasting qualities or features

twice the usual size, quantity, or extent

designed or intended for two people or things, often providing space or function for both

having two interpretations, often to mislead or create ambiguity

used to refers to two people or things being together or paired, often in a situation meant for one