pairing

/ˈpɛrɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act or process of joining two things together, or the result of such a joining.
    • This wine pairing with steak is recommended by the chef.
    • The pairing of chocolate and strawberries is a classic dessert combination.
    • The teacher carefully planned the pairing of students for the group project.
  2. A relationship or partnership between two people or groups.
    • Their pairing as dance partners was a huge success at the competition.
    • The pairing of the two companies created a powerful business alliance.
    • In the story, the unlikely pairing of a cat and a mouse becomes a friendship.
  3. A specific combination of foods or drinks that complement each other.
    • The menu suggested a pairing of white wine with fish.
    • The cheese board offered several pairings with different crackers.
    • She studied food pairing to become a better chef.
Antonyms
verb
  1. Present participle of pair: joining or matching two things together.
    • He is pairing the socks from the laundry basket.
    • They are pairing up volunteers for the charity event.
    • The sommelier is pairing wines with each course of the meal.
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