Octuple is a word that means eight times. It is spelled as "uhk-tuh-puh l". The first sound "uhk" is pronounced as /ˈɑkt/ with a stressed "a" sound in "act". The second sound "tuh" is pronounced as /tə/, a schwa sound. The third sound "puh" is pronounced as /pəl/, where "p" is pronounced with a puff of air. The word "octuple" is commonly used in mathematics and is a combination of the Latin word octo, meaning eight, and the suffix -uple, meaning "to fold".
Octuple is an adjective that refers to the number or quantity eight times over. It describes something that has been multiplied or increased eightfold, resulting in eight identical or equivalent parts, elements, or units. The term can be used to denote both literal and figurative contexts.
In a literal sense, octuple can apply to mathematical calculations or measurements, indicating that a specific value has been multiplied by eight. For example, if one starts with a certain number and then multiplies it by eight, the resulting product can be described as octuple the original value. Similarly, in measurements, if an initial length, weight, or size is multiplied by eight, the new measurement can be referred to as octuple the original.
In a figurative sense, octuple is often used to emphasis an increase or multiplication of a particular attribute, quantity, or effect. This can be seen in phrases such as "octuple the fun," "octuple the joy," or "octuple the determination," implying that the experience or intensity has been multiplied eight times over. In such cases, octuple is used metaphorically to convey the notion of an abundant or excessive amount.
Overall, octuple serves as a descriptive term that highlights the multiplication or increase by eight and can be applied to various numerical, quantitative, or qualitative aspects.
Eightfold.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "octuple" is derived from the Latin word "octuplus", which means "eightfold" or "eight times as much". It is a combination of the Latin prefix "octo-" meaning "eight" and the suffix "-plus" meaning "fold". Over time, "octuplus" transformed into "octuple" in English, maintaining the same meaning of eight times or eightfold.