double

(anatomy) The thin layer of soft, spongy or cancellate tissue between the bone plates which constitute the skull.

plural of diploe

Alternative form of diplospeak

The art and practice of conducting international relations by negotiating alliances, treaties, agreements etc., bilaterally or multilaterally, between states and sometimes international organizations, or even between polities with varying status, such as those of monarchs and their princely vassals.

A document issued by an educational institution testifying that the recipient has earned a degree or has successfully completed a particular course of study.

A person, such as an ambassador, who is accredited to represent a government officially in its relations with other governments or international organisations

Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries. / Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.

The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.

(genetics) Of a cell, having a pair of each type of chromosome, one of the pair being derived from the ovum and the other from the spermatozoon. Most somatic cells of higher organisms are diploid.