Appendix:English examples of "pair" being used to refer to one object
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These are examples of 'pair' being used to refer to a single tool or object. Cases where two objects are usually used or own together but can be separated (e.g. cufflinks, golves) should not be included here.
Tools and equipment[edit]
- pair of bellows
- pair of callipers
- pair of clippers
- pair of compasses
- pair of forceps
- pair of ladders
- pair of nutcrackers
- pair of pincers
- pair of pliers
- pair of scales
- pair of scissors
- pair of secateurs
- pair of shears
- pair of stepladders
- pair of steps
- pair of tongs
- pair of tweezers
- pair of wire cutters
Restraints[edit]
Worn on the eyes[edit]
- pair of binoculars
- pair of eyeglasses
- pair of glasses
- pair of goggles
- pair of shades
- pair of specs
- pair of spectacles
- pair of sunglasses
Worn on the legs[edit]
- pair of cords
- pair of drawers
- pair of flannels
- pair of jeans
- pair of jodphurs
- pair of knickerbockers
- pair of leggings
- pair of shorts
- pair of tights
- pair of togs
- pair of trousers
- pair of trunks