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matchingmatching /ˈmætʃɪŋ/ ●○○ adjective [only before noun] THESAURUSnot different► samea)the same person, place, thing, etc. is one particular person, etc. and not a different one: Harry and I went to the same school.b)used to say two or more people, things, etc. are exactly like each other: I know how you feel – I have the same problem. The same thing could happen again. ► identical exactly the same in every way: The picture is identical to the one in the Museum of Modern Art in New York. ► equal the same in size, number, or amount: The two rooms are roughly equal in size. ► equivalent the same in value, level, size, or importance as something of a different type: The visa costs $25 or the equivalent amount in pesos. ► indistinguishable formal so similar that it is impossible to see any differences: The counterfeit money was almost indistinguishable from real money. ► uniform formal always the same in all parts or in all cases: It’s important that scientists use a uniform system of measurement. ► constant always at the same level: The room is kept at a constant temperature of 68 degrees. ► consistent formal always doing something well or in the same way: Arnie is the most consistent batter on our team. ► matching matching clothes, materials, etc. are the same or closely related in style, color, and pattern, so that they look well together: The twins were dressed in matching outfits. almost the same, but not exactly the same► similaralmost the same, but not exactly the same: We have similar tastes in music. Their writing styles are quite similar. ► alike very similar: She and her sister look alike. ► like similar in some way to something else: It tastes a little like chicken. ► akin to something formal similar to something. Used in writing: He looked at me with something akin to awe. ► close very similar to something: The flavor of the margarine is as close to butter as any brand I have found. ► comparable similar to something else in size, number, quality, etc.: Is the pay rate comparable to what you were earning in your last job? ► analogous formal similar to another situation or thing, in a way that lets you make a comparison or use one thing to help you understand the other: The communication system is analogous to the body’s nervous system. ► matching looking the same or very similar to something in color and pattern. Used especially about clothing or things made of cloth: She bought a sofa with matching pillows and curtains. having the same color, style, or pattern as something else: a striped tie with a matching pocket handkerchief► see thesaurus at same1, similar |