basicpairing

noun
UK /ˈbeɪsɪk ˈpeərɪŋ/
US /ˈbeɪsɪk ˈperɪŋ/

A basic pairing is when two things are put together to make a simple set.

The teacher made a basic pairing of each student with a reading buddy.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. In cooking, a basic pairing is two foods that taste good together in a simple way.

Cheese and crackers are a basic pairing for a snack.

3. In music, a basic pairing is two notes or sounds played together simply.

The song starts with a basic pairing of two soft notes.

4. In games, a basic pairing is two players or cards joined as a simple team.

We made a basic pairing of the two red cards.