double-figure

American  

[duhb-uhl-fig-yer, duhb-uhl-fig-er] / ˈdʌb əlˈfɪg jər, ˈdʌb əlˈfɪg ər /

adjective

British.

1. double-digit.

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Etymology

Origin of double-figure

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

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double-figure

He showed plenty of attacking promise last season, averaging more than five FPL points per start and producing four double-figure hauls.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026

In the last year MKM's traffic from AI has increased from almost nothing to "a low double-figure percentage", and it's still going up.

From BBC ● Apr. 6, 2026

Davidson had her 25th consecutive double-figure scoring performance and sixth straight 20-point game.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026

Miller made 9-of-12 shots from the floor, including 6-of-9 from three-point range, and was 6-of-6 from the free throw line to lead the Hawks, who had seven other double-figure scorers but none over 13 points.

From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026

Lord Dreever belonged to the class of billiard-players to whom a double-figure break is a thing to be noted and greeted with respect.

From The Intrusion of Jimmy by P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse