matchup

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Noun matchup has 1 sense

match-up, matchup - the pairing of people or things as for comparison or competition; "it was a good match-up but the home team won"; "we need a matchup of the best teachers with the neediest schools"
--₁ is a kind of pairing

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Matchup

Definition:

A matchup refers to a contest or competition between two individuals, teams, or entities.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) The act of pitting two opponents against each other in a game or competition.

Example Sentences:

The highly anticipated basketball matchup between the Lakers and the Celtics ended in a thrilling overtime victory for the Lakers.
I can't wait to see the matchup between the heavyweight fighters in tonight's boxing match.

Sense 2:

(Noun) The comparison or contrast of two things or people.

Example Sentences:

The matchup between the latest iPhone and Samsung Galaxy is a constant debate among tech enthusiasts.
Let's analyze the matchup between the two presidential candidates' economic policies.

Sense 3:

(Verb) To schedule or arrange a competition or game between two opponents.

Example Sentences:

The tournament organizers decided to matchup the top-seeded teams in the early rounds to create excitement.
The chess club will matchup their best players in a friendly exhibition match.