noun A couple is a noun that refers to two people or things that are together or considered together.
adjective In this context, 'a couple' can also function as an adjective, modifying a noun to indicate a small number or amount of something.
Refers to a pair or two items being discussed
Refers to a romantic or intimate partnership between two people
Refers to a pair of people traveling together
Refers to purchasing two items together as a set or bundle
In a literary context, 'a couple' is often used to refer to two people who are romantically involved or married.
In psychology, 'a couple' typically refers to a pair of individuals who are in a romantic relationship and are seeking therapy together.
In a medical context, 'a couple' can refer to two patients who are related or married and are seeking treatment together.
In a legal context, 'a couple' may refer to two individuals who are involved in a legal matter together, such as a couple going through a divorce.