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pairing

[ pair-ing ]

noun

  1. a coupling.
  2. Cell Biology. the lining up of the two homologous chromosomes or chromatids of each chromosome pair in meiosis or mitosis. Compare base-pairing.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of pairing1

First recorded in 1605–15; pair + -ing 1
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The Southern Section boys and girls lacrosse playoff pairings will be released on Friday.

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“While our participants felt they personally benefited from pairing cannabis and exercise, it may not be beneficial to all,” the study stated.

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"When you play in two-ball pairings, you move so quick you can't talk, and plus they are in the last group. Tension. Not a big deal," he posted on social media.

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The contrasting approaches of the final pairing - McIlroy blocking out the noise, DeChambeau feeding off the rising decibels - added an intriguing layer.

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It does, however, always include two things: lettuce and peas, a quintessential spring pairing in my book.

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