Synonyms of 'pair'
1 (noun)
Definition
two identical or similar things matched for use together
a pair of socks
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(verb)
Definition
to group (people or things) in twos
Each trainee is paired with an experienced worker.
Synonyms
match (up)
phrasal verb
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in the sense of brace
Definition
a pair, esp. of game birds
a brace of grouse
in the sense of duo
Definition
two people who have something in common or do something together
the famous singing and dancing duo
Synonyms
pair,
duet,
twosome
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