double as (someone or something)

double as (someone or something)

To serve two separate purposes. Because we're understaffed, I have to double as receptionist and file clerk right now. You wouldn't know from looking at it, but this sleeping bag actually doubles as a poncho.See also: double

double as someone or something

[for someone] to serve in two capacities. The chairman will have to double as CEO until we find a new one. This table doubles as a desk during busy times.See also: double

double as

v. To serve in some additional capacity: The high school principal doubles as the soccer coach.See also: double