Pronunciation: /per/
noun a set of two things used together or regarded as a unit
A1 I bought a new pair of shoes.
A2 She always wears a pair of glasses.
B1 The store sells a wide variety of sock pairs.
B2 He bought a pair of tickets to the concert.
C1 The detective found a pair of gloves at the crime scene.
C2 The artist painted a beautiful pair of portraits.
verb to arrange in sets of two
A1 I pair my socks before putting them in the drawer.
A2 She pairs her shoes with her outfit every morning.
B1 The chef paired the fish with a citrus sauce for a delicious combination.
B2 The interior designer paired the bold wallpaper with neutral furniture for a balanced look.
C1 The sommelier paired the steak with a full-bodied red wine.
C2 The scientist paired different chemicals to create a new compound.
adjective denoting something consisting of two parts
A1 I have a pair of socks.
A2 She bought a pair of shoes for the party.
B1 The store sells a pair of matching earrings.
B2 He always wears a pair of designer sunglasses.
C1 The museum displays a pair of rare paintings by famous artists.
C2 The auction house is selling a pair of antique chairs for a high price.
formal The tailor recommended a new pair of trousers for the client.
informal I found a cool pair of sneakers at the mall.
slang Let's grab a fresh pair of shades before hitting the beach.
figurative The duo made a great pair in the dance competition.
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