double time

/ˌˈdʌbəl ˌˈtaɪm/
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Definitions of double time
  1. noun
    a fast marching pace (180 steps/min) or slow jog
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    type of:
    gait, pace
    the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
  2. noun
    a doubled wage (for working overtime)
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    type of:
    earnings, pay, remuneration, salary, wage
    something that remunerates
  3. adverb
    at a faster speed
    synonyms: double quick
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