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double-count

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The process of or results of a second tally, for purposes of accuracy and/or safety.

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Examples

  • For controlled substances' prescriptions pharmacists do a double-count as a matter of course.

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noun

Meaning 2

An error in accounting etc. where something is counted more than once.

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verb

Meaning 3

To perform a double-count, to count twice.

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