doubling

[duhb-ling]

noun

Nautical.

1. the part of the upper or lower end of one spar of a mast that is overlapped by another spar above or below it.

Word History and Origins

Origin of doubling¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; double, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Under its devolution bill, currently going through Parliament, the government is doubling the amount of time local groups have to raise the money to make a purchase from six months to 12.

From BBC

There has been a federal backlash, but also a doubling down of these efforts.

From Los Angeles Times

Before reaching its final cinematic form, “Brownsville Bred” first had other iterations: a one-woman stage show, a novel, and a TV pilot doubling as a short film.

From Los Angeles Times

“At a time when countries like China and France are doubling down on offshore wind, the U.S. risks ceding technology leadership and job creation to our competitors.”

From Los Angeles Times

That international interest is key, particularly for the companies that are doubling down on anime.

From Los Angeles Times

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