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Definition of eightfold

eightfold

/ˈeɪt.foʊld/
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• adjective

1

Eight times as great or as numerous.

Example

"The laboratory recorded an eightfold increase in bacterial growth over a period of twenty-four hours."

2

Having eight parts or elements.

Example

"The symmetry of the crystal displays a distinct eightfold rotational pattern under the microscope."

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• adverb

1

By eight times; to eight times the original amount or degree.

Example

"Property values in the coastal district have risen eightfold since the new railway line opened."

• Rhymes for eightfold

• Nearby Words

eightball
eighteen
eighteenth
eightfold
eighth
eighthly
eighties

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English eahtafeald, formed from eahta ('eight') and the suffix -feald ('-fold').

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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