multiples

noun

(mathematics) A whole number that is obtained by multiplying a specific whole number by another whole number.

One of a set of the same thing; a duplicate.

One of a set of siblings produced by a multiple birth.

(multiplicity) A single individual who displays or experiences multiple personalities or selves.

(finance) Price-earnings ratio.

A chain store.

A discovery resulting from the work of many people throughout history, not merely the work of the person who makes the final connection.

More than one piercing in a single ear.

adjective

Having more than one element, part, component, or function, having more than one instance, occurring more than once, usually contrary to expectations (can be followed by a singular).

(multiplicity) Of a person: displaying or experiencing two or more distinct personalities or selves in one body.

Roots

multusmulti- · Latin · many plico-pl · Latin · fold

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