coupled
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Connected by a link or coupling: Describes two or more separate physical objects that are joined together, often mechanically, to function as a single unit.
- Joined together, especially in a pair or pairs: Describes two things that are linked, associated, or considered together, often because they are related or complementary.
Usage
- The adjective "coupled" is used to describe a state of being linked. It is often followed by the preposition "with" to indicate what the subject is joined to.
- It can describe both physical connections (e.g., train cars) and abstract associations (e.g., ideas).
Examples
- Physical Connection:
- The coupled train cars traveled across the country.
- We need a special tool to separate the coupled trailers.
- Abstract Association:
- His intelligence, coupled with his diligence, made him an excellent student.
- The drought, coupled with high temperatures, devastated the crops.
Advanced Usage
- "coupled to": Often used for direct physical or mechanical linkage.
- The engine is coupled to the generator.
- "coupled with": More commonly used for abstract associations or combinations of factors.
- The theory, coupled with experimental data, provides strong evidence.
Variants and Related Words
- Couple (verb): To join or link two things together.
- The technician will couple the new module to the system.
- Coupling (noun): A device that connects two parts or things.
- Check the integrity of the pipe coupling.
- Decouple (verb): To separate or disconnect things that were linked.
- The company aims to decouple economic growth from environmental damage.
Synonyms
- Connected: Joined or linked together.
- Joined: Brought together so as to form a unit.
- Linked: Connected, especially in a series or chain.
- Yoked: Linked together, often in a burdensome partnership (more figurative).
Antonyms
- Separated: Caused to move or be apart.
- Detached: Disconnected or disengaged.
- Decoupled: Separated from a connection.
- Uncoupled: Disconnected, especially a mechanical link.
Adjective
- connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks
- joined together especially in a pair or pairs