quadruple

UK: /ˈkwɒd.rʊ.pəl/ | US: /ˈkwɑː.drʊ.pəl/

Definition

  1. adj. consisting of four parts or elements

  2. vt. to multiply by four

  3. n. a quantity four times as great as another

Structure
quadr <four>ple <fold>quadr <four>ple <fold>
Etymology

Derived from Latin quadruplus ("fourfold"), combining quadri- (four) and -plus (fold). The word reflects a logical numerical progression (like double, triple), emphasizing multiplication or repetition. Its structure preserves the original Latin components while adapting to English via Old French.

Examples

  1. The company aims to quadruple its profits by 2030.

  2. A quadruple bypass surgery is complex but life-saving.

  3. Her salary quadrupled after the promotion.

  4. The recipe requires a quadruple batch for the event.

  5. The team scored a quadruple victory in the championships.