noun
duo
DOO-oh/ˈduːəʊ/
Two people performing or acting together.
The musical duo rests with a violin and cello beside them.
Etymology
Latin duo means “two.” English first used the word for a song for two voices, then extended it to two people, especially an entertainment team.
In context
Nic and I started doing our own duo thing. And for a number of years Nic and I toured and I played harmonium, he was playing guitar.
More examples
- The duo performs folk songs at local festivals.
- These two detectives make an effective duo.
- Three dance duos compete for the final prize.
Forms
duo · duos