Couple Definition

couple
noun
  1. a pair who associate with one another; "the engaged couple"; "an inseparable twosome"
  2. a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
  3. a small indefinite number; "he's coming for a couple of days"
  4. two items of the same kind
  5. (physics) something joined by two equal and opposite forces that act along parallel lines
verb
  1. bring two objects, ideas, or people together; "This fact is coupled to the other one"; "Matchmaker, can you match my daughter with a nice young man?"; "The student was paired with a partner for collaboration on the project"
  2. link together; "can we couple these proposals?"
  3. form a pair or pairs; "The two old friends paired off"
  4. engage in sexual intercourse; "Birds mate in the Spring"

"Couple" in song lyrics

See how couple is used in real songs:

  • "with a couple"
    Algorithm — Head Games
  • "Click, click, BAM! Let off a couple"
    The Beatnuts — Let Off a Couple
  • "Lookin' for trouble afraid so you found a couple"
    Big Noyd f/ Prodigy of Mobb Deep — Recognize and Realize

Usage tips for "couple"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "couple" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for couple to find words that pair well.

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