eightfold

[eyt-fohld]

adjective

comprising eight parts or members.
eight times as great or as much.

adverb

in eightfold measure.

Origin of eightfold

First recorded in 1550–60; eight + -fold

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Examples from the Web for eightfold

Historical Examples of eightfold

The Buddha often commented on the eightfold path, and we may follow one of the expositions attributed to him.
Hinduism and Buddhism, Vol I. (of 3)
Charles Eliot
As we shall see, when the eightfold path has been followed to the end new powers arise in the mind, new lights stream into it.
Hinduism and Buddhism, Vol I. (of 3)
Charles Eliot
As contrasted with the last year of dear postage, the number of letters show an eightfold increase.
Her Majesty's Mails
William Lewins
Yet his account of the Eightfold Path is, nevertheless, within these limitations, profoundly wise.
The Outline of History: Being a Plain History of Life and Mankind
Herbert George Wells
The eightfold noble path of righteousness Delivers from all evil: it will bring Sweet peace of mind and leadeth to Nirvana.
The Buddha
Paul Carus

British Dictionary definitions for eightfold

eightfold

adjective

equal to or having eight times as many or as much
composed of eight parts

adverb

by or up to eight times as much

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