pair

Definition

A pair is two things of the same kind that go together or are used together, like shoes or socks. It can also mean two people who are seen as a unit.

Usage & Nuances

Use 'a pair of' before nouns: 'a pair of shoes', 'a pair of scissors'. Some nouns are commonly used with 'pair' even when they look plural. It can also describe two people informally: 'They make a good pair.'

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