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multiple

Definition

  • noun: a number that can be produced by multiplying a smaller number
  • noun: the product of a quantity by an integer
  • adjective: more than one
  • adjective: consisting of, including, or involving more than one
  • synonyms: manifold, aggregate, quaternate

Examples

  • a 'multiple birth' [=the birth of more than one baby at a time; a birth of twins, triplets, etc.]

  • He suffered 'multiple' injuries in the accident.

  • She made 'multiple' copies of the report.

Movie quotes

  • (..) LORRAINE: No, just the opposite. I'm not sensing anything. We could be looking at hysterical neurosis. That would explain the multiple personalities and hallucinations. That doesn't feel right, either. Well... I can't explain it. My heart is telling me to believe them. (..)
    2016 The Conjuring 2