pair (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /pɛər/

Definition

Two things that are the same or very similar, or two people who are married or in a relationship.

Examples

• She wore a matching pair of earrings.

• The couple made a perfect pair.

• I need to buy a new pair of socks.

How to Use pair

pair of (prepositional phrase)

Used with two items that are joined or used together. — "She bought a pair of gloves."

Synonyms of pair

Words with a similar meaning to pair:

• couple
• duo
• twins

Antonyms of pair

Words with the opposite meaning to pair:

• single
• individual

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