couplet

/ˈkuːplɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A stanza of two lines, especially in poetry, that usually rhyme with each other.

“The poem consisted of several couplets, each describing a different season.”

2. noun

Two things, especially people, that are paired together, as a couple.

“The couplet sat together at the dinner table, smiling at each other.”

3. verb

To pair or match two things, especially people, as a couple.

“The matchmakers tried to couple the shy girl with the outgoing boy.”

Synonyms

  • duo
  • pair

Antonyms

  • loneliness
  • solitude