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单词 pair
释义 pair
pair /peər/ aep /per/ noun [C]
1
A2 two things of the same appearance and size that are intended to be used together, or something that consists of two parts joined together:
» a pair of shoes/gloves» a pair of scissors/glasses» I can't find a matching pair of socks.» He packed two pairs of trousers and four shirts.» I'd like you to do this exercise in pairs (= in groups of two).Thesaurus+: ↑Groups of things according to number
2
F0 two people who have a romantic relationship or are doing something together:
» They seem a very happy pair.» What have you pair been up to?Thesaurus+: ↑Groups of people
3
F0 two animals that come together to have sex and produce young:
» a breeding pair» a mated pair of swansThesaurus+: ↑Animal reproductionThesaurus+: ↑Animal groupings
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Extra Examples:» Rachel bought yet another pair of shoes to add to her collection.» I burrowed through the clothes in the drawer looking for a clean pair of socks.» She was wearing an old pair of trousers with rips at the knees.» Shoplifters often work in pairs, with one creating a diversion to distract the shop assistants while the other steals the goods.» You should see her wardrobe - it's unbelievable - she's got about 50 pairs of shoes.
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