Definition

Referring to something that is six times greater in number or amount, or that has been repeated six times.

Example

The recipe calls for a sextuplicate amount of ingredients to serve a larger group.

Conversation

Did you know that this recipe is designed to create a sextuplicate amount of cookies?

Wow, that sounds like a lot!

Yeah, I think it makes six times the usual batch.

Perfect for the party! We'll have plenty to share.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A group of six identical items or copies.

Example

The artist created a sextuplicate of her famous painting for the exhibition.

Conversation

Did you see those new art prints they made a sextuplicate?

Yeah, I heard they look amazing all together.

I think having a sextuplicate of the same design would be pretty cool for my wall.

Definition

To create six identical copies of something or to increase something by a factor of six.

Example

The artist decided to sextuplicate the original painting for the exhibition.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to sextuplicate these documents for the meeting tomorrow.

Wow, that sounds like a lot of work!

Yeah, I just want to make sure everyone has their copy.

Root Explanation

Sextuplicate → It is formed from "sex" (from Latin *sex*, meaning six) and "duplicare" (meaning to double). The word refers to the act of multiplying something by six or creating six copies of something.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for six ('sex') and remember that 'sextuplicate' means to make six copies or to multiply by six.

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