the use of a common communications channel for sending two or more messages or signals. In frequency-division multiplex the frequency band transmitted by the common channel is split into narrower bands each of which constitutes a distinct channel. In time-division multiplex different channels are established by intermittent connections to the common channel
b.
(as modifier)
a multiplex transmitter
2.
a.
a purpose-built complex containing a number of cinemas and usually a restaurant or bar
b.
(as modifier)
a multiplex cinema
adjective
3.
designating a method of map-making using three cameras to produce a stereoscopic effect
4. a less common word for multiple
verb
5.
to send (messages or signals) or (of messages or signals) be sent by multiplex