† aˈccoupling,vbl.n.Obs. [f. accouple + -ing1.] The act of joining two things into a couple or pair; coupling; esp. union in marriage. 1525More Rich. IIIWks. 1557, 63/2 For lack of which lawfull accoupling, & also of other thinges, which the said worshipful doctor rather signified then fully explaned.