pair

1 of 2

noun

ˈper

plural pairs or pair

a(1)

: two corresponding things designed for use together

a pair of shoes

(2)

: two corresponding bodily parts or members

a pair of hands

: something made up of two corresponding pieces

a pair of trousers

: two similar or associated things: such as

(1)

: two mated animals

(2)

: a couple in love, engaged, or married

were a devoted pair

(3)

: two playing cards of the same value or denomination and especially of the same rank

(4)

: two horses harnessed side by side

(5)

: two members of a deliberative body that agree not to vote on a specific issue during a time agreed on

also : an agreement not to vote made by the two members

: a partnership especially of two players in a contest against another partnership

chiefly dialectal : a set or series of small objects (such as beads)

pair

2 of 2

verb

paired; pairing; pairs

transitive verb

: to make a pair of

—often used with off or up

paired off the animals

: to cause to be a member of a pair

: to arrange a voting pair between

: to arrange in pairs

intransitive verb

: to constitute a member of a pair

a sock that didn't pair

: to become associated with another

—often used with off or up

paired up with an old friend

: to become grouped or separated into pairs

—often used with off

paired off for the next dance

Synonyms

Noun

brace
couple
couplet
duo
dyad
twain
twosome

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Example Sentences

Noun He blushed when he saw all three pairs of eyes watching him. She won with a pair of aces. I got my first pair of glasses when I was eight. His two closest friends lived in the city and the pair of them visited him often. The dance is usually performed by a male and female pair. Those two kids make quite a pair. Verb The teacher paired students with partners for the assignment. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Grab a white button down and slacks and wear with your trusty pair of loafers.

Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 17 Sep. 2022 Designing the ideal study can be like finding your perfect pair of blue jeans: elusive and sometimes a downright fantasy.

Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 16 Sep. 2022 One of my really nice sweatshirts is gone and one of my favorite pair of sweatpants.

Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 15 Sep. 2022 Your favorite pair of leggings have your back like nothing else!

Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 12 Sep. 2022 Snag your pair of Time and Tru Women's Rain Boots today to take advantage of Walmart's current sale price of $9, and feel confident braving the weather this fall and beyond.

Laura Fisher, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2022 My favorite Stella McCartney pair have stood the test of time.

Laura Jackson, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2022 Nike Forward is also meant to break in easily over time, making the hoodie feel just as familiar and snug as your favorite pair of jeans after a couple of wears.

Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2022 Studies show that taking a 20-minute walk or hike in nature can significantly lower stress levels—so grab your favorite pair of sneakers and find the nearest walking trail.

Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2022

Verb

Just pair a comfy dress or green T-shirt and pants with a DIY alien headband for a low-stress look.

Emma Dibdin, Country Living, 15 Sep. 2022 Then pair it with other must-haves like fuzzy socks, chamomile tea and a DIY bookmark.

Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 2022 For a laidback look, pair them with a faux shearling jacket.

Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2022 Tucked at the base of a low ponytail or just above your ear, these Swarovski crystal pins pair just as beautifully with a white T-shirt as a ballgown.

Allure Editors, Allure, 13 Sep. 2022 The tasting notes pair well with a fresh-cut sprig of mint in a julep, and so this heresy is his drink of choice in the hottest months of the year.

Maggie Menderski, courier-journal.com, 6 Sep. 2022 The project would pair SpaceX's Starlink satellite technology with the second largest wireless carrier in the United States, T-Mobile US, and its mid-band spectrum, mobile network, and large customer base.

Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 25 Aug. 2022 For a modern edge, pair yours with chunky footwear, like platform sandals or dad sneakers.

Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Aug. 2022 The shorts have sweat-wicking material for hot summer days and the crop top is cute enough to pair with your favorite jeans.

Elizabeth Djinis, SELF, 31 Aug. 2022 See More

单词	pair
释义	pair 1 of 2 noun ˈper plural pairs or pair 1 a(1) : two corresponding things designed for use together a pair of shoes (2) : two corresponding bodily parts or members a pair of hands b : something made up of two corresponding pieces a pair of trousers 2 a : two similar or associated things: such as (1) : two mated animals (2) : a couple in love, engaged, or married were a devoted pair (3) : two playing cards of the same value or denomination and especially of the same rank (4) : two horses harnessed side by side (5) : two members of a deliberative body that agree not to vote on a specific issue during a time agreed on also : an agreement not to vote made by the two members b : a partnership especially of two players in a contest against another partnership 3 chiefly dialectal : a set or series of small objects (such as beads) pair 2 of 2 verb paired; pairing; pairs transitive verb 1 a : to make a pair of —often used with off or up paired off the animals b : to cause to be a member of a pair c : to arrange a voting pair between 2 : to arrange in pairs intransitive verb 1 : to constitute a member of a pair a sock that didn't pair 2 a : to become associated with another —often used with off or up paired up with an old friend b : to become grouped or separated into pairs —often used with off paired off for the next dance Synonyms Noun brace couple couplet duo dyad twain twosome See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun He blushed when he saw all three pairs of eyes watching him. She won with a pair of aces. I got my first pair of glasses when I was eight. His two closest friends lived in the city and the pair of them visited him often. The dance is usually performed by a male and female pair. Those two kids make quite a pair. Verb The teacher paired students with partners for the assignment. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Grab a white button down and slacks and wear with your trusty pair of loafers. Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 17 Sep. 2022 Designing the ideal study can be like finding your perfect pair of blue jeans: elusive and sometimes a downright fantasy. Alyssa Longobucco, House Beautiful, 16 Sep. 2022 One of my really nice sweatshirts is gone and one of my favorite pair of sweatpants. Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 15 Sep. 2022 Your favorite pair of leggings have your back like nothing else! Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 12 Sep. 2022 Snag your pair of Time and Tru Women's Rain Boots today to take advantage of Walmart's current sale price of $9, and feel confident braving the weather this fall and beyond. Laura Fisher, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2022 My favorite Stella McCartney pair have stood the test of time. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2022 Nike Forward is also meant to break in easily over time, making the hoodie feel just as familiar and snug as your favorite pair of jeans after a couple of wears. Tara Gonzalez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2022 Studies show that taking a 20-minute walk or hike in nature can significantly lower stress levels—so grab your favorite pair of sneakers and find the nearest walking trail. Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2022 Verb Just pair a comfy dress or green T-shirt and pants with a DIY alien headband for a low-stress look. Emma Dibdin, Country Living, 15 Sep. 2022 Then pair it with other must-haves like fuzzy socks, chamomile tea and a DIY bookmark. Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 15 Sep. 2022 For a laidback look, pair them with a faux shearling jacket. Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2022 Tucked at the base of a low ponytail or just above your ear, these Swarovski crystal pins pair just as beautifully with a white T-shirt as a ballgown. Allure Editors, Allure, 13 Sep. 2022 The tasting notes pair well with a fresh-cut sprig of mint in a julep, and so this heresy is his drink of choice in the hottest months of the year. Maggie Menderski, courier-journal.com, 6 Sep. 2022 The project would pair SpaceX's Starlink satellite technology with the second largest wireless carrier in the United States, T-Mobile US, and its mid-band spectrum, mobile network, and large customer base. Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 25 Aug. 2022 For a modern edge, pair yours with chunky footwear, like platform sandals or dad sneakers. Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Aug. 2022 The shorts have sweat-wicking material for hot summer days and the crop top is cute enough to pair with your favorite jeans. Elizabeth Djinis, SELF, 31 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English paire, from Anglo-French, from Latin paria equal things, from neuter plural of par equal First Known Use Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1) Verb 1606, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Phrases Containing pair have one pair of hands au pair minimal pair base pair pair of virginals pair of hands pair off more than one pair of hands pair-bond safe pair of hands pair production pair (someone) up with (someone) pair of compasses pair up pair of pantyhose See More have one pair of hands au pair minimal pair base pair pair of virginals pair of hands pair off more than one pair of hands pair-bond safe pair of hands pair production pair (someone) up with (someone) pair of compasses pair up pair of pantyhose See More Kids Definition pair 1 of 2 noun ˈper plural pairs or pair 1 : two things that match or are meant to be used together a pair of gloves a pair of draft horses 2 : a thing having two similar parts that are connected a pair of scissors 3 : two people who are connected in some way or do something together Those two are quite a pair. pair 2 of 2 verb paired; pairing 1 : to put in or join in a group of two The guests paired off for dancing. 2 : to form a group of two : match This glove doesn't pair with that. pair 1 of 2 noun as in couple two things of the same or similar kind that match or are considered together a pair of blue socks the singer and the piano player make quite a pair together Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance couple duo twain partnership brace twosome twin companion dyad team couplet half complement yoke span equivalent coordinate parallel match doublet mate rival like fellow counterpart equal peer pair 2 of 2 verb as in to match Synonyms & Similar Words match mix combine blend square dovetail merge synchronize suit connect synthesize integrate fuse amalgamate correlate consolidate orchestrate fit join tune unify methodize array organize unite marshal even order marshall balance adapt codify systematize key coordinate align proportion arrange equalize reconcile systemize aline standardize regularize attune harmonize accommodate conciliate conform Antonyms & Near Antonyms upset disrupt disturb skew disarray confuse disorganize disorder disharmonize See More
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