coupled
Britishadjective
Explanation
Things that are coupled are linked or joined together. Coupled train cars are physically attached to each other. A couple is two people who are dating or married, so it makes sense that coupled things or people are connected by some sort of link — and it isn't always love. The coupled efforts of several people can result in a spectacular sand castle, and coupled subway cars make up an entire train, providing room for all the riders. Couple comes from the Old French word cople, "married couple," from the Latin copula, "tie" or "connection."
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This - coupled with the 4% increase in household energy bills from 1 October when the latest Ofgem price cap took effect - is expected to push UK inflation higher.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
Maradona died at age 60 from a cardiorespiratory crisis coupled with pulmonary edema.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
We believe that stronger geophysical and meteorological monitoring, coupled with new research and communication channels, is the first step.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 19, 2026
“We believe declining enrollment in computer-science programs, coupled with renewed demand for technical talent, could eventually create a shortage of qualified graduates and expand employment opportunities.”
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026
Throughout Europe, industrial capitalism, coupled with military force on a frightening scale, loomed ominously.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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