Dups

/dʌps/ noun

Definition

Plural of dup; openings, tricks, or instances of duplicating something.

Etymology

From Middle English 'dup,' meaning to open or to trick. Can also relate to 'duplicate' from Latin 'duplicatus.' The plural uses the regular '-s' suffix.

Kelly Says

'Dups' is a great example of how old English words can mean completely different things—'dups' could mean the openings you make when you open a door or the tricks you play on someone!

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