duple

adjective

du·​ple ˈdü-pəl 

 also  ˈdyü-

1

: having two elements

2

a

: marked by two or a multiple of two beats per measure of music

duple time

b

of rhythm : consisting of a meter based on disyllabic feet

Word History

Etymology

Latin duplus double — more at double

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

duple

adjective

du·​ple ˈd(y)ü-pəl 

1

: taken by twos : twofold

2

: having two beats or a multiple of two beats to the measure

duple time