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Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary du·ple ETYMOLOGY Latin duplus double — more at double DATE 15th century 1. having two elements 2. a. marked by two or a multiple of two beats per measure of music duple time b. of rhythm : consisting of a meter based on disyllabic feet Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged du·ple \ˈd(y)üpəl\ adjective Etymology: Latin duplus — more at double 1. a. : consisting of two : twofold , double b. : taken by twos or in groups of two 2. a. music : having two or a multiple of two beats per measure < duple time > b. of meter : consisting of feet of two syllables c. of rhythm : consisting of cadences that rise and fall within a span of two syllables |
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