Pair Definition & Meaning
pair
- noun
- a set of two similar things considered as a unit
- two items of the same kind
- two people considered as a unit
- a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value
- verb
- form a pair or pairs; "The two old friends paired off"
- 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"
- occur in pairs
- arrange in pairs; "Pair these numbers"
- engage in sexual intercourse; "Birds mate in the Spring"
"Pair" in song lyrics
See how pair is used in real songs:
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"and when we finally get the chance to speak as a pair"
69 Boyz — Strip Club Luv -
"Get you deaf enough cause you fools wil paralyze a pair"
Akinyele f/ Brittany Vincent, Larry — Sky's the Limit -
"Plus they so dingy they resemble my original pair"
Army of the Pharaohs — Wrath of Gods
Words that rhyme with pair
Usage tips for "pair"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pair" 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 pair to find words that pair well.
Use "pair" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does pair mean?
- a set of two similar things considered as a unit two items of the same kind two people considered as a unit a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value form a pair or pairs; "The two old friends paired off" 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" occur in pairs arrange in pairs
- What part of speech is pair?
- Pair is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does pair have?
- Pair has 9 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).