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Doubling: meaning, definitions and examples

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doubling

 

[ ˈdʌb.lɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics, increase

Doubling refers to the process of multiplying a number or quantity by two. It is a fundamental concept in mathematics, often used in various calculations, growth patterns, and probability. In a broader sense, doubling can also refer to any situation where something is increased to twice its original amount.

Synonyms

duplication, increase, replication

Examples of usage

  • The doubling of the population has significant implications.
  • The company reported a doubling of its profits this quarter.
  • He achieved doubling his score in the exam.
  • By doubling the recipe, we can serve more guests.

Translations

Translations of the word "doubling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dobragem

🇮🇳 दोगुना करना

🇩🇪 Verdopplung

🇮🇩 penggandaan

🇺🇦 подвоєння

🇵🇱 podwajanie

🇯🇵 倍増

🇫🇷 doublage

🇪🇸 duplicación

🇹🇷 iki katına çıkarma

🇰🇷 배가

🇸🇦 مضاعفة

🇨🇿 zdvojení

🇸🇰 zdvojenie

🇨🇳 加倍

🇸🇮 podvajanje

🇮🇸 tvöföldun

🇰🇿 екі есе

🇬🇪 გადამატება

🇦🇿 ikiqatlı

🇲🇽 duplicación

Etymology

The term 'doubling' originates from the Old English word 'dubolan', which means 'to double'. This word is derived from the Proto-Germanic term *dubul-, which also meant 'twofold'. Over time, the usage of 'doubling' has evolved to describe various contexts where an amount is multiplied or increased to twice its size. The concept has been significant in mathematics since ancient times, particularly in discussions about exponential growth and geometric progressions. In modern use, 'doubling' has applications in finance, biology (such as population growth), and even in everyday scenarios like recipes or resources, where the necessity to serve or provide more leads to a doubling of the original quantities.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,104, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.