pair

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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.