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double-barrelled

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  1. Twofold, having a double purpose or nature.
  2. (of names) Having two separate parts, often adjoined by a line (or sometimes a space), e.g. Wright-Phillips.
  3. Forceful, powerful (like a double-barrelled shotgun).

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