coupling

• Vorrichtung oder Mechanismus, der zwei Teile wie Rohre, Wellen oder elektrische Stromkreise verbindet und die Übertragung von Energie, Bewegung oder Signalen ermöglicht. Bezeichnet auch das Verbinden oder Koppeln selbst sowie eine Verbindung oder Verknüpfung.

A device or mechanism used to connect two parts together, such as pipes, shafts, or electrical circuits, allowing for the transfer of power, motion, or signals.

1. Connection or joiningB2formal

   The act of connecting or joining two things together.

   Verbindung

   • The coupling of the two train cars was completed smoothly.
   • A strong coupling between the engine and the wheels is essential.
   • The coupling of the pipes required special tools.

   Synonymeattachmentconnectionfasteningjoiningjunctionlinkagetieunion

2. B2formal

   A relationship or pairing between two people or things.

   Verbindung oder Paarung

   • Their coupling was seen as a perfect match by their friends.
   • The coupling of the two companies created a powerful corporation.
   • The coupling of the two ideas led to a breakthrough.

   Synonymeassociationbondconjunctionconnectionlinkpairingtieunion

   Antonymedetachmentdisconnectiondivisionisolationseparation

3. Mechanical deviceC1formaltechnical

   A device used to connect two shafts or parts together for transmitting power.

   Mechanische Kupplung

   • The mechanic replaced the worn-out coupling in the machine.
   • A flexible coupling allows for slight misalignment between shafts.
   • The coupling must be tightened to prevent slippage.

   Synonymeadapterconnectorcouplerjointunion

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, zwei oder mehr Dinge miteinander zu verbinden oder zu verknüpfen.

A verb used to indicate the act of joining or linking two or more things together.

1. Join or connectB2formal

   To link or combine two things together.

   Verbinden

   • The train cars were coupled together at the station.
   • The new software is coupled with a powerful database.
   • The two systems are coupled to improve efficiency.

   Synonymeattachcombineconnectfastenhitchjoinlinkpairuniteyoke

   Antonymedetachdisconnectdisjoindividepartseparatesplituncouple

2. Associate or pairB2formal

   To think of or treat two things as being connected or related.

   Miteinander verbinden

   • The study couples exercise with improved mental health.
   • Her name is often coupled with success in the industry.
   • The artist couples traditional techniques with modern themes.

   Synonymeassociatecombineconnectcorrelatelinkpairrelate

   Antonymedisconnectdividepartseparatesplit

Phrasal-Variantencouple up