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Definition of duo

duo

/ˈduː.oʊ/
du · o
Plural:duos
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Adjective:dual
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duo Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A pair of people or things, especially two individuals who work, perform, or appear closely together.

Example

"The comedy duo kept the audience laughing throughout the entire evening."

2

A musical composition written for two performers, or the two musicians who perform it together.

Example

"They performed a classical duo for violin and cello at the recital."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Italian duo, directly from Latin duo meaning 'two'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Duo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/duo
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