💥 Double-Barreled: Serving Two Purposes at Once
Definition:
- Double-Barreled (adj.) - Serving a dual purpose, or possessing two aspects.
Synonyms:
- Dual-purpose
- Two-pronged
- Multifunctional
- Bipartisan
Antonyms:
- Singular
- One-track
- Unitary
Related Terms and Expressions:
- Two-for-One: Something that serves or satisfies two needs simultaneously—a sale where you get twice the product.
- Two Birds with One Stone: Solving two problems with a single action.
- Double Duty: When something (or someone) carries out more than one function or role.
Proverbs and Wisdom:
- “One shot, two kills.” – Used in gaming contexts but originally a Japanese sniper saying.
- “Better a double-barreled gun than a single shot.” – Traditional idiom, particularly popular among hunters.
Humor-filled Quotes:
- “He who tries to make two hits with one shot usually misses both.” — Old wisecracker’s remark.
- “Why settle for one problem when you can create two with a single action?” — Stand-up comedy quip.
Literature, Books, and Films:
- Book: “Catch-22” by Joseph Heller - Often associated with double-edged situations where two contradicting yet true statements exist at the same time.
- Film: “Fight Club” - The identity of Tyler Durden embodies the essence of duality.
- Song: “Duality” by Slipknot - A song exploring the dual nature of human emotions.
### What does the term "Double-Barreled" mean?
- [ ] It's a type of handgun extra lightweight.
- [ ] Someone fighting two people at once.
- [x] Serving a dual purpose or having two aspects.
- [ ] A unique kind of two-person dance.
> **Explanation:** "Double-Barreled" is primarily used to describe something that serves dual purposes or possesses two aspects, metaphorically stemming from the dual-shot firearm.
### Which of these describes a double-barreled question?
- [x] "How would you rate the dealer’s price and service?"
- [ ] "What is your favorite color?"
- [ ] "Do you prefer summer or winter?"
- [ ] "Is your eye color blue?"
> **Explanation:** The first option asks for ratings of both price and service, thus combining two inquiries into one and fitting the criteria of a double-barreled question.
### "Killing two birds with one stone" is similar in meaning to using something for:
- [x] Dual purpose
- [ ] Artistic decoration
- [ ] Making stone sculptures
- [ ] Figuring out a mystery
> **Explanation:** "Killing two birds with one stone" means solving two problems with one action, reflecting the dual-purpose nature of a double-barreled term.
### True or False: Double-barreled names refer to names with two combined parts, like "Geoffrey Mott-Smith."
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Quite correct! A double-barreled name combines two parts, often reflecting familial heritage or social status.
### Which phrase symbolizes a thorough and all-out effort or attack?
- [ ] One shot wonder
- [x] Both barrels
- [ ] Careless shot
- [ ] Double take
> **Explanation:** "Both barrels" signifies directing great energy or emphasis, often used metaphorically in phrases such as "We'll give it to him with both barrels."
Farewell Thought:
“If you’re ever caught in the crossfire of life’s dual challenges, remember that facing them with the bravado of both barrels blazing might just carve out a path of double victories.” - W. T. Wittywords
Published in 2023 by The Quirky Quill Press.
