Definition of matches

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  • matches is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • matches is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • matches is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of matches

  • a person who is of equal standing with another in a group (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. compeer
    2. equal
    3. peer
  • set into opposition or rivalry (verb)

    Examples

    1. let them match their best athletes against ours

    Synonyms

    1. oppose
    2. pit
    3. play off
  • be equal to in quality or ability (verb)

    Examples

    1. Her persistence and ambition only matches that of her parents

    Synonyms

    1. equal
    2. rival
    3. touch
  • lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction (noun)

    Examples

    1. he always carries matches to light his pipe

    Synonyms

    1. friction match
    2. lucifer
  • make correspond or harmonize (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. fit
  • a pair of people who live together (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. couple
    2. mates
  • make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching (verb)

    Examples

    1. The company matched the discount policy of its competitors

    Synonyms

    1. equal
    2. equalise
    3. equalize
    4. equate
  • bring two objects, ideas, or people together (verb)

    Examples

    1. Matchmaker, can you match my daughter with a nice young man?

    Synonyms

    1. couple
    2. mate
    3. pair
    4. twin
  • a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. catch
  • an exact duplicate (noun)

    Examples

    1. when a match is found an entry is made in the notebook

    Synonyms

    1. mate
  • be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics (verb)

    Examples

    1. The suspect's fingerprints don't match those on the gun

    Synonyms

    1. agree
    2. check
    3. correspond
    4. fit
    5. gibe
    6. jibe
    7. tally
  • a burning piece of wood or cardboard (noun)

    Examples

    1. if you drop a match in there the whole place will explode
  • a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete (noun)
  • be equal or harmonize (verb)

    Examples

    1. The two pieces match
  • give or join in marriage (verb)
  • provide funds complementary to (verb)

    Examples

    1. The company matched the employees' contributions
  • something that resembles or harmonizes with (noun)

    Examples

    1. that tie makes a good match with your jacket
  • the score needed to win a match (noun)

See definition of matches in Merriam Webster