1
: moving or allowing movement in either direction
a two-way bridge
2
a
: involving or allowing an exchange between two individuals or groups
there must be good two-way communication—
Jerrold Orne
Jerrold Orne
especially
: designed for both sending and receiving messages
two-way radio
b
: involving mutual responsibility or reciprocal relationships
political alliance is a two-way thing—T. H. White †1986
T. H. White †19863
a
: involving two participants
a two-way race
b
sports
: playing on both the offensive and defensive squads of a team (as in American football)
Frost, a throwback to the era of two-way players, is the Cardinal's starting free safety and backup quarterback.—The New York Times
The New York Times
also
: playing both offense and defense well
a basketball forward who's a talented two-way player
4
: usable in either of two manners
a two-way lamp
5
: being a cock or valve that will connect a pipe or channel with either of two others
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That robbed Lane, a two-way player at Gilman who had seven touchdowns in those two games, of any late chances to attend high school showcases, make college visits or get on the radar of the top football programs.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Plus, Charlotte also likes Moussa Diabate, who developed enough in his third season in the league to have his two-way contract converted into a standard NBA deal.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Now a few researchers think a form of two-way communication with dolphins could be on the horizon.
—Melissa Hobson, Scientific American, 14 Apr. 2025
Remember, building relationships is a two-way street; offering assistance, sharing insights or introducing connections can create goodwill and strengthen bonds.
—Veena Jetti, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
Plus, Charlotte also likes Moussa Diabate, who developed enough in his third season in the league to have his two-way contract converted into a standard NBA deal.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Now a few researchers think a form of two-way communication with dolphins could be on the horizon.
—Melissa Hobson, Scientific American, 14 Apr. 2025
Remember, building relationships is a two-way street; offering assistance, sharing insights or introducing connections can create goodwill and strengthen bonds.
—Veena Jetti, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Two-way.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/two-way. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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