Definition of "doublets" [doub•lets]

• Plural form of doublet. (noun)

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• "Such similar records are often called doublets, and the question of identity or distinctness can be answered only after a special study of each case."
• "Doublets A.thony A. A.len London Early in his studies the beginner in English etymology is sure to encounter the fascinating and instructive class of word-pairs commonly known as doublets; in fact they offer an easy avenue of approach to that science."
• ""doublets" -- a term critics are so free to use -- or proof of two parallel and not quite harmonious sources."