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Definition of dually
dually
/ˈduː.ə.li/
du · al · ly
Plural:duallies
•Adjective:dual
dually Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a dual or twofold manner; with two distinct parts, aspects, or functions.
Example
"The specialized clinic is dually licensed to provide both primary medical care and behavioral health services."
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1
North American A heavy-duty pickup truck or similar vehicle equipped with dual rear wheels (two wheels on each side of the rear axle) for increased towing and payload capacity.
Example
"He hitched the heavy horse trailer to the back of his diesel dually before heading out to the ranch."
Word Nuance & Usage
Do not confuse the adverb 'dually' (in a twofold manner, from 'dual') with the homophone 'duly' (in accordance with what is required or appropriate, or at the proper time).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dually. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dually