doubleheader
Translation
doubleheader, double-header
Examples
The teams played a doubleheader on Saturday.
The teams played a doubleheader on Saturday.
We have tickets for the doubleheader this weekend.
We have tickets for the doubleheader this weekend.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) doubleheader two games played one after another on the same day The Yankees are playing a doubleheader today.
Similar Words
Synonyms: twin bill
Etymology
From 'double' (two) and 'header' (a main event or game). It means two main events back-to-back.
Memory Tips
Imagine two main games ('headers') played one after the other on the same day. Common in baseball.