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multiplex

Syllabification: (mul·ti·plex)
Pronunciation: /ˈməltiˌpleks/

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Definition of multiplex

adjective

  • consisting of many elements in a complex relationship:multiplex ties of work and friendship
  • involving simultaneous transmission of several messages along a single channel of communication.
  • (of a movie theater) having several separate screens within one building.

noun

  • 1a system or signal involving simultaneous transmission of several messages along a single channel of communication. Compare with duplex, simplex.
  • 2a movie theater with several separate screens.

verb

[with object]
  • incorporate into a multiplex signal or system.

Derivatives

multiplexer

(also multiplexor) noun

Origin:

late Middle English in the mathematical sense 'multiple': from Latin

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