Phrase guide

couple up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To put into a couple; to put into, or connect together as, a group of two.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To get into pairs; to become a group of two.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • For this next challenge, you'll need to couple up with someone.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

link together

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • can we couple these proposals?

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: couple, couple on

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: attach

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