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paired

The correct spelling is paired.

How to pronounce paired

verb

Say it like: Pay-red

The correct spelling is paired. To group into one or more sets of two. For example: "The wedding guests were paired boy/girl and groom's party/bride's party."

Usage Examples

The wedding guests were paired boy/girl and groom's party/bride's party.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To group into one or more sets of two.
  2. 2.To bring two (animals, notably dogs) together for mating.
  3. 3.To engage (oneself) with another of opposite opinions not to vote on a particular question or class of questions.
  4. 4.To suit; to fit, as a counterpart.
  5. 5.To impair, to make worse.

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