paren — meaning in English

English meaning

• cover verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
• mate noun A friend or companion, especially of the same sex.
• pair noun Two matching or related things considered together.

Senses

paren is used for these senses in English:

• cover (transitive) To copulate with (said of certain male animals such as dogs and horses).
• geminate To arrange in pairs.
• mate (transitive) To arrange in matched pairs.
• pair (transitive) To group into one or more sets of two.

cover — full definition

1. verb To place something over another thing to protect, conceal, or shield it.
2. verb To deal with, include, or report on a topic or event.
3. verb To be enough money to pay for something.
4. noun The front or back of a book, magazine, or similar publication.
5. noun A new recording or performance of a song originally released by another artist.

mate — full definition

1. noun A friend or companion, especially of the same sex.
2. noun A friendly, informal way to address someone, especially in British English.
3. noun A breeding partner of an animal.
4. noun A ship's officer ranking below the captain.
5. verb To pair with another (animal) for breeding.

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