Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
match
noun / verb
/mætʃ/
Definition
A match is a small stick that produces a flame when struck against a rough surface.
Examples
- He struck a match to light the candle.
- The soccer match ended in a tie.
- She found a perfect match for her antique vase.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘match’ can refer to a contest between opponents or to find something that corresponds or is similar to another.
Synonyms
- confrontation
- game
- pair
- complement
