noun Uncommon

matchup

MAT-shuhp

Matchup (noun) means a pairing of two competitors, teams, or things, especially for a contest. Example: “Fans have been waiting years for this championship matchup.”

noun

A pairing of two competitors, teams, or things, especially for a contest.

"Fans have been waiting years for this championship matchup."

How to use matchup

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWho's facing off against whom, especially in sports or competition.

Common pairings

dream matchup tough matchup

Word forms

matchups plural

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Etymology

Deverbal from match up.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “matchup” mean?

The word “matchup” means a pairing of two competitors, teams, or things, especially for a contest. In plain terms, who's facing off against whom, especially in sports or competition.

How do you pronounce “matchup”?

“Matchup” is pronounced MAT-shuhp (/ˈmæt͡ʃʌp/ in IPA).

How do you use “matchup” in a sentence?

Here is “matchup” used in a sentence: “Fans have been waiting years for this championship matchup.”

What part of speech is “matchup”?

“Matchup” is a noun.

Is “matchup” a common word?

“Matchup” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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