matching
UK: ˈmætʃɪŋ | US: ˈmætʃɪŋ
adj. corresponding or similar in design, color, or function
n. the act of pairing or coordinating items
v. (present participle of match) pairing or harmonizing elements
match<to pair, from Old English gemæcca (companion)> + ing<present participle suffix>
Etymology Origin:
The word matching derives from the Old English gemæcca, meaning "companion" or "mate," reflecting the idea of pairing or harmonizing. The suffix -ing turns the verb match into a present participle or noun, emphasizing the ongoing action or result of pairing. Over time, matching evolved to describe coordinated design, color, or function, retaining its core logic of alignment.
She wore a scarf matching her dress perfectly.
The software automates the process of matching candidates to job openings.
The puzzle pieces are not matching, so try another combination.
His socks were deliberately mismatched, rejecting the idea of matching pairs.
The artist focused on matching the colors to the natural landscape.