Commentary: A small piece of wood that is used to start fires. Usually refers to a device with a combustible head, but other objects can be called "matches" if they're used to start fires.
Examples:
I always carry a book of matches with me.
If you dropped a match into this gasoline tank, the whole thing will explode!
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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
1 3
Commentary: MATCH[+event] A formal contest in which several people or groups compete with one another. Usually sports-related.
Examples:
John won the match with an uppercut to the jaw.
The match lasted six hours but ended in a draw.
Her harsh words triggered a fierce shouting match between us.
Mappings:
PropBank: match.02
WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
2
Commentary: Something that matches with something else, usually because of similarity or harmony between them. Can be an exact duplicate. Includes romantic pairings.
Examples:
I need something that would be a good match for this jacket.
When a match is found, an entry is made in the notebook.
John had been trying to find a match for years, but with no success.
I think she'll be a great match for you!
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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
4 6 9
Commentary: The connection between two things that match. Does not refer to any specific item in the connection. Includes romantic pairings.
Examples:
Some think that the match between animals and their environment is too perfect to arise by evolution alone.
Cupid is the mythical match maker.
Our marriage was a match made in heaven.
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PropBank: NM
WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
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Commentary: A collective term for all the items that are connected to one another. Includes romantic pairings.
Examples:
John and I have been a happy match for the past ten years.
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PropBank: NM
WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
8
Commentary: A sports term, for the score needed to win a contest. Most often used in formal expressions, particularly in tennis.
Examples:
John will be going for the match point on this next volley.
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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
5
Commentary: Refers to someone of equal ability. A peer.
Examples:
When we're playing at our best, we're a match for anybody.
You've met your match, Mr. Kasparov.
Mappings:
PropBank: match.02
WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers:
7