Twosome: meaning, definitions and examples

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twosome

[ ˈtuːsəm ]

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romantic relationship

A twosome refers to a pair or couple, usually romantically involved with each other. It can also be used to describe any group of two people or things.

Synonyms

couple, duo, pair

Examples of usage

They make a lovely twosome at the party.
The twosome enjoyed a romantic dinner together.

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sports

In sports, a twosome can refer to a team of two players, such as in doubles tennis or golf.

Synonyms

duo, pair

Examples of usage

The twosome played a competitive match of doubles tennis.
The twosome scored a birdie on the golf course.

Translations

Translations of the word "twosome" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dupla

🇮🇳 जोड़ी

🇩🇪 Paar

🇮🇩 pasangan

🇺🇦 двоє

🇵🇱 para

🇯🇵 二人組

🇫🇷 duo

🇪🇸 pareja

🇹🇷 çift

🇰🇷 둘이

🇸🇦 ثنائي

🇨🇿 dvojice

🇸🇰 dvojica

🇨🇳 双人组

🇸🇮 dvojica

🇮🇸 par

🇰🇿 екі

🇬🇪 ყვავი

🇦🇿 cüt

🇲🇽 pareja

Word origin

The word 'twosome' originated from the Middle English word 'twosome', which combines 'two' and 'some'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century.