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Etymology

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pair +‎ -able

Adjective

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pairable (comparative more pairable, superlative most pairable)

  1. Capable of being paired with something else.

Noun

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pairable (plural pairables)

  1. (usually in the plural) Either of a pair of matching items, such as clothing.
    • 1985, The New York Times Magazine, page 200:
      Our travel-wise pairables to see you through spring and beyond. The relaxed cardigan and short-sleeved sweater are perfect mates in a honeycomb knit of ramie/cotton with cable accents.