pair
//peə(r)//
Noun
pairSingular
pairsPlural
1
Two identical or similar things that are used together or are considered as a unit
I bought a new pair of shoes.
2
Two people who are romantically or socially connected, or who work together
They make a lovely pair.
3
A single object consisting of two joined or corresponding parts
I need to buy a new pair of scissors.
Verb
1
To join or connect two people or things together to form a pair
The teacher paired students for the group project.
2
To form a romantic or working relationship with someone
She paired with him on the project.