pair

Definition

  • noun: two things that are the same and are meant to be used together
  • noun: two corresponding things designed for use together
  • verb: to put (two people or things) together
  • verb: to make a pair of
  • often used as '(be) paired'
  • synonyms: flight, set, span

Examples

  • The two organizations 'paired up' to educate the public about the threat of global warming.

  • I can't do everything at once—I've only got 'one pair of hands'. [=I am only one person]

  • To avoid competition, breeding/mating 'pairs' stay away from other male chimpanzees.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You owned that sucker. Clarissa? Okay, the Solstice Games? The Bronze Dragon's Quest? Thank you for trying to cheer me up. I would lick a pair of cloven hooves... before I let you listen to Clarisse instead of us. No offense, Grover. None taken. Is that an offer? Listen, it doesn't matter (..)
    2013 Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters