Definition of simplex

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  • simplex is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 18
  • simplex is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 18
  • simplex is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of simplex

  • allowing communication in only one direction at a time, or in telegraphy allowing only one message over a line at a time (adjective)

    Examples

    1. simplex system
  • having only one part or element (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a simplex word has no affixes and is not part of a compound--like `boy' compared with `boyish' or `house' compared with `houseboat'

See definition of simplex in Merriam Webster