couple

/kˈʌpə‍l/

/ˈkəpəɫ/

[noun] [verb]

Couple

[NOUN]

two people who are married or having a romantic relationship

synonyms : match

mates

two items of the same kind

synonyms : brace

a pair of things or people

synonyms : duet

duo

twosome

a small indefinite number

(physics) something joined by two equal and opposite forces that act along parallel lines

to couple

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

link together

synonyms : couple on

couple up

antonyms : uncouple

to join or connect two things or people together, often in a romantic or sexual way

synonyms : copulate

mate

pair

bring two objects, ideas, or people together

synonyms : match

mate

pair

twin

form a pair or pairs

synonyms : pair

pair off

partner off

Examples

1. The couple performed a beautiful dance at their wedding.

2. The couple requested no gifts at their anniversary party.

3. The couple exchanged matching rings during their wedding ceremony.

4. The couple spent their vacation in a cozy cabin, billing and cooing by the fireplace.

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