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duplicate vs match

match vs duplicate

duplicate and match both are nouns.

duplicate is an adjective but match is not an adjective.

duplicate and match both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
duplicate Yes Yes Yes No
match Yes No Yes No
As nouns, match is a hyponym of duplicate; that is, match is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than duplicate:
  • duplicate: a copy that corresponds to an original exactly
  • match: an exact duplicate
Other hyponyms of duplicate include backup, computer backup, counterpart, similitude, twin, mate.
As verbs, match is a hypernym of duplicate; that is, match is a word with a broader meaning than duplicate:
  • duplicate: duplicate or match
  • match: be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
Other hypernyms of duplicate include agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, tally.
duplicate (noun) match (noun)
a copy that corresponds to an original exactly lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
something additional of the same kind an exact duplicate
a burning piece of wood or cardboard
something that resembles or harmonizes with
a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
a pair of people who live together
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect
the score needed to win a match
duplicate (adjective) match (adjective)
being two identical
identically copied from an original
duplicate (verb) match (verb)
increase twofold be equal or harmonize
make or do or perform again make correspond or harmonize
make a duplicate or duplicates of make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
duplicate or match set into opposition or rivalry
bring two objects, ideas, or people together
give or join in marriage
provide funds complementary to
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
be equal to in quality or ability
Difference between duplicate and match

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