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- [kuhp-ling]
- /ˈkʌp lɪŋ/
- /ˈkʌp.lɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuhp-ling]
- /ˈkʌp lɪŋ/
Definitions of coupling word
- countable noun coupling A coupling is a device which is used to join two vehicles or pieces of equipment together. 3
- countable noun coupling When two different things, ideas, or activities are combined, or when two people work together, you can refer to this combination as a coupling. 3
- countable noun coupling An act of sexual intercourse is sometimes referred to as a coupling. 3
- noun coupling a mechanical device that connects two things 3
- noun coupling a device for connecting railway cars or trucks together 3
- noun coupling the part of the body of a horse, dog, or other quadruped that lies between the forequarters and the hindquarters 3
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Origin of coupling
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1300-50; See origin at couple, -ing1
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Parts of speech for Coupling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
coupling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
coupling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for coupling
noun coupling
- mixture — a product of mixing.
- combination — A combination of things is a mixture of them.
- joint — the place at which two things, or separate parts of one thing, are joined or united, either rigidly or in such a way as to permit motion; juncture.
- connection — A connection is a relationship between two things, people, or groups.
- link — a torch, especially of tow and pitch.
adjective coupling
- connecting — joined or linked; linking two things
Antonyms for coupling
noun coupling
- separation — an act or instance of separating or the state of being separated.
Top questions with coupling
- what is energy coupling?
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