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Definition of Coupling
1. Noun. A connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together.
Generic synonyms: Connecter, Connection, Connective, Connector, Connexion
Derivative terms: Couple, Yoke, Yoke
2. Noun. A mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects.
Specialized synonyms: Clevis, Clutch, Fluid Drive, Swivel, Turnbuckle, Universal, Universal Joint
Generic synonyms: Mechanical Device
Derivative terms: Couple, Couple
3. Noun. The act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes. "The mating of some species occurs only in the spring"
Generic synonyms: Sex, Sex Activity, Sexual Activity, Sexual Practice
Specialized synonyms: Assortative Mating, Disassortative Mating, Cross, Crossbreeding, Crossing, Hybridisation, Hybridization, Hybridizing, Interbreeding, Inbreeding, Service, Servicing
Derivative terms: Conjugate, Couple, Mate, Pair
Definition of Coupling
1. n. The act of bringing or coming together; connection; sexual union.
Definition of Coupling
1. Noun. act of joining together to form a couple ¹
2. Noun. a device that couples two things together ¹
3. Noun. (computing) the degree of reliance between two program modules ¹
4. Noun. (electronics) a connection between two electronic circuits such that a signal can pass between them ¹
5. Noun. (physics) The property of physical systems that they are interacting with each other ¹
6. Noun. (sexuality) sexual intercourse ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Coupling
1. a joining device [n -S]
Medical Definition of Coupling
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