Words Starting With "D"
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Douane
Douane refers to a customs office or a customs agency responsible for collecting taxes and tariffs on imported and exported goods. The term is often used in European countries, particularly in French-speaking regions. In a broader sense, douane can also refer to the process of customs clearance or the official documents required to move goods across international borders.
Douar
Douar is a French word that refers to a small village or hamlet in rural areas. It is often used to describe a small, isolated community or a secluded settlement, typically found in the countryside or mountains.
Douay-rheims
The Douay-Rheims Bible is a Catholic Bible translation from Latin to English, published in two stages in 1582 and 1609. It was the first English-language Catholic Bible to be translated from the original Hebrew and Greek texts, rather than from a Latin Vulgate text. The translation is characterized by its formal equivalence approach, which seeks to convey the literal meaning of the original texts while using natural and fluent English. The Douay-Rheims Bible is still widely used and respected today, particularly among traditionalist Catholics.
Douay
The Douay-Rheims Bible is a Catholic Bible translation from the Latin Vulgate into English, specifically one of the oldest and most influential translations of the Bible. It was first published in 1609-10 by the English College at Douai, in the county of Flanders (now in Belgium).
Double-barrelled
A double-barrelled question or statement is one that asks two questions at once, requiring two separate answers. It is a rhetorical device used to create ambiguity or to challenge the listener to respond to both parts of the question. In a broader sense, double-barrelled can also refer to anything that has two distinct or opposing aspects, such as a double-barrelled surname, which is a surname that is hyphenated, with two separate surnames combined, such as Smith-Jones.
Double-bass
The double-bass, also known as the upright bass or acoustic bass, is a stringed musical instrument played by plucking or bowing. It is the largest and lowest-pitched instrument in the standard classical string quartet and is widely used in various genres of music, including classical, jazz, and popular music.
Double-booked
The phrase "double-booked" is an idiomatic expression that means to schedule two or more appointments, meetings, or events at the same time, which can cause a conflict or inconvenience. It is often used to describe a situation where someone has made a mistake in their scheduling, or where two different events or appointments have been scheduled at the same time.
Double-breasted
A double-breasted coat or jacket is a type of garment that has two rows of buttons in the front, with the top buttonholes and buttons usually being faux (i.e., decorative only). The coat or jacket is designed to have a wider span across the chest than a single-breasted coat or jacket, and it is often associated with formal wear, particularly in business and traditional dress. The term "double-breasted" can also be used to describe a person who has a wide or deep chest, often in a humorous or flattering way.
Double-crossed
The phrase "double-crossed" is a idiomatic expression that means to betray or deceive someone, often in a serious or humiliating way, by aiding or cooperating with someone who was supposed to be an enemy or rival. It implies a sense of treachery or deceit, and can have severe consequences.
Double-dealing
Double-dealing refers to someone's dishonest or deceitful behavior, typically in a business or negotiations, where they pretend to have a person's or organization's best interests at heart while making secret deals or betraying their trust.
Double-decker
A double-decker is a vehicle or structure with two levels or decks, typically found in buses, trucks, or buildings. In the context of buses, a double-decker bus is a type of bus that has two levels of seating, allowing more passengers to be carried than a single-decker bus. The upper deck is usually reached by stairs or a lift.
Double-deckers
Double-deckers refer to a type of bus that has two levels, with the upper level typically used for seating and the lower level used for cargo, passengers, or a combination of both. In the UK, double-decker buses are a common mode of public transportation, known for their iconic and accessible design.
Double-declutching
Double-declutching is a car gear-shifting technique where a driver releases the clutch pedal and then presses it again before shifting to the next gear, in order to avoid wearing out the clutch and to ensure smoother gear changes, especially when shifting from a low gear to a high gear.
Double-digit
A double-digit number is a number that has two digits, such as 10, 11, 12, and so on, up to 99.
Double-dip
A double-dip refers to a recession that follows a brief period of economic growth, causing a second economic downturn.
Double-dutch
Double-dutch refers to a type of playground game where two or more players form two circles and swing a ball on a rope, typically a long piece of cloth or rope, while jumping up and down to propel the ball. It is a popular children's game often played in schools and backyards, and requires coordination, timing, and teamwork to play effectively.
Double-edged
Having two or more contradictory or opposite aspects, connotations, or implications, often in a way that is ambiguous, complex, or paradoxical, and potentially leading to unintended or conflicting outcomes.
Double-ended
The term "double-ended" refers to something that has two ends or extremities, often symmetrical and facing opposite directions. It can be used to describe various objects, such as an axis, a spike, a arrow, or a chemical bond, among others.
Double-ender
A double-ender is a type of sailing vessel that has its helm, or steering position, located at the center of the boat, and its ends are symmetrical, meaning that if you were to draw a line down the center of the boat, both ends would mirror each other exactly. This design allows the boat to be steered easily from either end, making it a popular choice for small, maneuverable boats such as tenders, dinghies, and sailing rowing boats.
Double-entendre
Double-entendre refers to a phrase or expression that can be understood in two different ways, often with one meaning being innocent and the other being risqué or suggestive. It is a figure of speech that uses words or phrases that have multiple meanings, allowing the speaker or writer to convey a deeper or subtler meaning that is not immediately apparent. Double-entendres often rely on wordplay, puns, or other forms of linguistic manipulation to convey the intended meaning.
Double-entendres
Double-entendres are phrases or expressions that have two or more meanings, often with one meaning being innocent and the other being humorous, witty, or even risqué. They often rely on wordplay, puns, or ambiguous language to convey the dual meaning. The phrase itself is often used to describe a situation where a comment or joke is open to multiple interpretations, and the intended meaning may not be immediately clear.
Double-entry
Double-entry refers to a method of recording financial transactions in which each transaction is recorded twice, once as a debit to an account and once as a credit to another account. This method is used in double-entry bookkeeping, which is a standardized system of recording and classifying financial transactions. The goal of double-entry bookkeeping is to ensure that the financial records of a business are accurate and consistent, and to provide a clear and transparent picture of the company's financial activities.
Double-headed
The phrase "double-headed" is an adjective that refers to something that has two heads or sources. It can also refer to something that is having two opposing or conflicting objectives or purposes. For example:<br><br> A double-headed coin is a coin that has two heads on one side and two tails on the other.<br> A double-headed axe is an axe with two handles, one at each end of the blade.<br> A double-headed finish is a finish that has two opposing or conflicting objectives, such as a finish that is both high-gloss and matte.<br><br>In general, the term "double-headed" implies a sense of duality or contradicrion, and is often used to describe something that is unique, unusual, or challenging.
Double-jointed
Double-jointed refers to a flexibility in one's joints that allows for a greater range of movement than is normal for most people. Specifically, it means that the joints are able to twist or bend further than usual, often in an unusual or exceptional way. For example, someone who can touch their nose to their knee or bend their forearm backwards beyond a normal 180-degree angle might be described as double-jointed.
Double-stranded
Double-stranded refers to a molecule that has two complementary strands of nucleic acid, such as DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) or RNA (ribonucleic acid), that are bonded together by hydrogen bonds between the nucleotide bases. This type of structure is characteristic of DNA and is essential for the storage and transmission of genetic information.
Double
The word "double" can have several meanings depending on the context.<br><br>As a noun, "double" can refer to a duplicate or a second version of something, such as a double letter or a double room.<br><br>As a verb, "double" can mean to make something twice as large or intense, such as doubling a recipe or doubling one's effort.<br><br>In a figurative sense, "double" can also mean to deceive or cheat someone, as in the phrase "double-cross".<br><br>In sports, a "double" can refer to a feat where an athlete achieves two goals or scores in a single game, such as a double homerun in baseball.<br><br>Overall, the word "double" generally implies a sense of repetition, multiplication, or duplication.
Doubled
The word "doubled" is the past tense of the verb "double", which means to make something twice as large or to have something repeated or happening again. For example:<br><br> The recipe calls for doubling the ingredients to make a larger batch of cookies.<br> The company doubled its profits last year due to its successful marketing campaign.<br> The actress was doubled in the film to create the illusion of a identical twin.
Doubleheader
A doubleheader is a term typically used in sports, particularly in baseball, football, and basketball, to describe when two games or matches are played between the same two teams in a single day, often with a short break in between. This can be seen as a way to maximize the use of the venue, teams, and resources, and to create more exciting matchups for fans.
Doubles
Doubles refers to two of the same thing, often used in mathematics, sports, and other contexts. For example:<br><br> "Doubles" in sports means scoring two goals or points in a game, like scoring two goals in a tennis match.<br> "Doubles" in math could refer to the result of multiplying two numbers together, like 2 x 2 4.<br> "Doubles" can also be used to describe two things that are the same or identical, like "I have doubles of this shirt, one in blue and one in red".
Doublespeak
Doublespeak is language that is intentionally misleading, ambiguous, or confusing, often used to deceive or manipulate others. It involves using words or phrases that have multiple meanings, are contradictory, or obscure the truth, in order to create a false or misleading impression. Doublespeak is often employed by politicians, bureaucrats, or other individuals who wish to avoid being specific or truthful in their statements, and can take many forms, such as euphemisms, jargon, or vague phrases.
Doublet
A doublet is a noun that refers to a pair of things that are identical or closely similar, often used to describe clothing, garments, or accessories that are identical in appearance or function. It can also refer to a pair or duplicate of something, such as a duplicate document or a backup copy of data. In literature and poetry, a doublet is a device used in language where two words or phrases are used to convey a single meaning or idea, often for emphasis or to create a specific rhythm or sound.
Doublets
Doublets refer to two words or phrases that have the same meaning, often used as alternatives or synonyms. They can also refer to the repetition of a word or phrase, often for emphasis or rhythm, such as "it was a cold, cold winter".
Doubling
Doubling refers to the act of increasing something by a factor of two or multiplying it by two. In math, doubling a number means multiplying it by 2. For example, doubling the number 4 would result in 8.<br><br>In business and economics, doubling can also refer to the process of increasing the production or sales of a product or service by a factor of two. This can be achieved through various means such as marketing, product development, and expansion into new markets.<br><br>In addition, doubling can also refer to the act of duplicating or reproducing something, such as an item, a process, or an idea. In this sense, doubling can be used to achieve economies of scale, save time and resources, or increase efficiency.<br><br>Overall, doubling has numerous meanings and applications across various fields and contexts.
Doubloon
A doubloon is a rare or valuable coin, especially a gold doubloon, which was a Spanish or Spanish-American gold coin that was widely used in the Americas and the Caribbean from the 16th to the 19th century.
Doubloons
Doubloons are a unit of currency that was used by Spain and other countries in the 17th and 18th centuries. They were gold coins that were widely used in international trade, especially during the Age of Exploration and colonialism.