two-way

[ too-wey ]

adjective

1. providing for or allowing movement in opposite directions, or both to and from a place:

   two-way traffic.

2. allowing or entailing communication or exchange between two persons, groups, countries, etc.
3. involving two parties or participants, as a relationship or agreement; two-sided:

   a two-way race for the nomination.

4. entailing responsibilities, obligations, etc., on both such parties.
5. capable of both receiving and sending signals:

   a two-way radio.

6. capable of being used in two ways.

two-way

adjective

1. moving, permitting movement, or operating in either of two opposite directions

   two-way traffic

   a two-way valve

2. involving two participants

   a two-way agreement

3. involving reciprocal obligation or mutual action

   a two-way process

4. (of a radio, telephone, etc) allowing communications in two directions using both transmitting and receiving equipment

Word History and Origins

Origin of two-way¹

First recorded in 1565–75

Example Sentences

All the two-way players are performing well, giving Serra versatility, speed and lots of options for coach Scott Altenberg.

From Los Angeles Times

Olivari, who earned a two-way contract in the preseason, scored 28 points to go with 10 rebounds and six assists while shooting seven for 15 from three-point range.

From Los Angeles Times

Kobe Johnson, who took his spot in the starting lineup, was a two-way force with his scoring, passing and active defense.

From Los Angeles Times

The 30-year-old is a rare 'two-way' player, able to compete at the highest level as both a hitter and a pitcher, but did not pitch during 2024 after having elbow surgery.

From BBC

Center Christian Koloko, whom the Lakers signed to a two-way contract while he was still not cleared for competition, has been approved by a panel of doctors to return to the court for live action.

From Los Angeles Times