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mating

The word “mating” has 2 syllables: mat-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈmeɪtɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for mating?

In the thesaurus, “mating” has 30 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for mating along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for mating

Meanings of mating

  • verb
    1. To put the king of an opponent into checkmate.
    2. (by extension) To place in a losing situation that has no escape.
    3. To match, fit together without space between.
    4. To copulate.
    5. To pair in order to raise offspring.
    6. To arrange in matched pairs.
    7. To introduce (animals) together for the purpose of breeding.
    8. (of an animal) To copulate with.
    9. To marry; to match (a person).
    10. To match oneself against; to oppose as equal; to compete with.
    11. To fit (objects) together without space between.
    12. To move (a space shuttle orbiter) onto the back of an aircraft that can carry it.
    13. To confuse; to confound.
  • noun
    1. Pairing of organisms for copulation.
    2. Sexual union; copulation.
  • adjective
    1. Fitting into or onto a corresponding part, as a matched plug and socket.

Example Sentences

  • The biologist observed the mating habits of the birds.
  • Certain fish gather in large groups during mating season.
  • The documentary showed the mating rituals of wild animals.
  • Scientists study mating behaviors to understand species survival.
  • The frogs were croaking loudly as part of their mating calls.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms or another words to mating, such as: breeding, carnality, coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating.

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