coupled
/ˈkʌpəld/
Meanings
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adjective
Joined or linked together, especially for protection or support.
- "The two buildings were coupled together during the renovation."
- "The children were coupled up for the dance."
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verb
To join or link together.
- "The car and the trailer were coupled."
- "They coupled the wires correctly."
Synonyms
have sex , make love , bewed , espouse , affix , attach , put together
Rhymes
Words rhyming with coupleddouble , mumble , tumble
Variants
List of all variants of coupled that leads to same resultcouple , coupled , couples , coupling , CCD , charge-coupled device , charge-coupled devices , charged coupled device , inter-couple , inter-coupled , inter-couples , inter-coupling , intercouple , intercoupled , intercouples , intercoupling , couple with , coupled with , couples with , coupling with
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Old French word 'coupler', meaning 'to join, link, or fasten'.
Trivia
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The term 'coupled' is often used in the context of electrical circuits and mechanical systems.
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The verb 'to couple' has been in use since the 15th century.
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The noun 'coupling' can refer to a device used to connect two things, or to the act of connecting them.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
coupling: The mechanism that connects two things, such as a machine part or an electrical circuit.
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marriage: A legally or formally recognized union between two people as partners in a personal or social relationship.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'coupled' has been used to describe relationships or partnerships between characters. In art, it can refer to the joining of different elements or pieces.
How to Memorize "coupled"
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visualize
- Visualize a pair of things being joined together or linked.
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associate
- Associate the word 'coupled' with the idea of joining or linking.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic using the word 'couple' and the idea of joining or linking.
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