Meaning of paired in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   paired

   Definitions

   1. used of gloves, socks, etc.

   Synonyms

   • matched
2. 2. mated sexually

   Synonyms

   • mated

3. Qualitative Adjective

   paired

   Definitions

   1. of leaves etc

   Examples

   • « growing in pairs on either side of a stem »
   • « opposite leaves »

   Antonyms

   • alternate