multiple

 
Pronunciation: /ˈmʌltɪp(ə)l/

adjective

  • having or involving several parts, elements, or members: multiple occupancy a multiple pile-up a multiple birth
  • numerous and often varied: words with multiple meanings
  • (of a disease, injury, etc.) complex in its nature or effects; affecting several parts of the body: a multiple fracture of the femur

noun

  • 1a number that may be divided by another a certain number of times without a remainder: 15, 20, or any multiple of five
  • 2 (also multiple shop or store) British a shop with branches in many places, especially one selling a specific type of product: the major food multiples

Origin:

mid 17th century: from French, from late Latin multiplus, alteration of Latin multiplex (see multiplex)