1
of grammatical number
: denoting reference to two
a dual pronoun
2
a
: consisting of two parts or elements or having two like parts : double
families with dual incomes
held dual citizenship in France and the U.S.
a dual function
a dual exhaust system
b
: having a double character or nature
1
linguistics
: the dual (see dual entry 1 sense 1) number of a language
2
linguistics
: a linguistic form in the dual
Examples of dual in a Sentence
Adjective
the dual purpose of the study
She pursued dual careers in music and acting.
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Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
However, this all changed in April 2025 when Tripadvisor bought back Liberty Media’s controlling position and consequently collapsed the dual class structure.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 12 July 2025
Tom Schardin, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
There would be a pitching dual and battle for the remaining four innings between Canady and Oklahoma’s Sam Landry but in the seventh inning, when only three outs remained, Oklahoma would tie the game.
—Allison Smith, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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Adjective
The rugged exterior is designed for the outdoors, featuring a wireless charging pad, dual flashlights, and a compass clip for added utility in the backcountry.
—Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
However, this all changed in April 2025 when Tripadvisor bought back Liberty Media’s controlling position and consequently collapsed the dual class structure.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 12 July 2025
Noun
Prior Lake is home to Lakeville South Feb. 6 in its final conference dual which will also end the regular season.
—Tom Schardin, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
There would be a pitching dual and battle for the remaining four innings between Canady and Oklahoma’s Sam Landry but in the seventh inning, when only three outs remained, Oklahoma would tie the game.
—Allison Smith, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for dual
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“Dual.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dual. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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