Definition

A collaborative video feature on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels where a user records themselves alongside a split-screen clip of another user's video, creating a side-by-side performance or commentary. Both the original creator and the duet participant are credited and visible simultaneously.

Example Usage

She posted a duet with her favorite singer, harmonizing with their original song in real time.

Origin

Popularized by TikTok, which introduced the Duet feature in 2018 as a way to encourage collaborative content creation.

Fun Fact

Duets became a key driver of TikTok's viral potential, allowing creators with smaller audiences to gain visibility by pairing with popular videos.

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