paired

[perd]

paired Definition

• 1. put together in a pair
• 2. occurring in or as a pair
• 3. having a partner or mate

Using paired: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paired" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The socks are paired together.

• Example

  The students were paired up for the project.

• Example

  The earrings are sold as a paired set.

• Example

  The birds are often seen in paired mating rituals.

paired Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for paired

• matched
• twinned
• coupled

Antonyms for paired

• unpaired
• single

Phrases with paired

• well-paired

  a good match or combination of two things or people

  Example

  The wine was well-paired with the meal.

• oddly paired

  an unusual or unexpected combination of two things or people

  Example

  The movie featured an oddly paired duo of detectives.

• perfectly paired

  a combination of two things or people that complement each other perfectly

  Example

  The couple was perfectly paired, sharing similar interests and personalities.

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Summary: paired in Brief

'Paired' [perd] refers to things that are put together in a pair, occurring in or as a pair, or having a partner or mate. It is often used to describe objects like socks or earrings, as well as people who are matched up for a task or activity. Examples include 'The socks are paired together' and 'The students were paired up for the project.' 'Paired' can also be used in phrases like 'well-paired,' indicating a good match, and 'oddly paired,' describing an unusual combination.