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Mating: meaning, definitions and examples

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mating

 

[ ˈmeɪtɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal behavior

The action of animals coming together for breeding purposes.

Synonyms

breeding, copulation, reproduction

Examples of usage

  • The mating season for deer is in the fall.
  • The mating ritual of peacocks involves an elaborate courtship dance.
Context #2 | Noun

human relationships

The act of forming a romantic or sexual relationship with someone.

Synonyms

courting, dating, pairing

Examples of usage

  • Their first date was the beginning of their mating.
  • Online dating apps have changed the way people approach mating.
Context #3 | Noun

mechanical engineering

The process of joining two parts together securely.

Synonyms

assembling, connecting, joining

Examples of usage

  • The mating of the gears must be precise for the machine to function smoothly.
  • Proper mating of the components is crucial for the structural integrity of the building.

Translations

Translations of the word "mating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 acasalamento

🇮🇳 संभोग

🇩🇪 Paarung

🇮🇩 perkawinan

🇺🇦 парування

🇵🇱 kojarzenie

🇯🇵 交尾 (こうび)

🇫🇷 accouplement

🇪🇸 apareamiento

🇹🇷 çiftleşme

🇰🇷 교미 (gyomi)

🇸🇦 تزاوج

🇨🇿 páření

🇸🇰 párenie

🇨🇳 交配 (jiāopèi)

🇸🇮 parjenje

🇮🇸 pörun

🇰🇿 шағылысу

🇬🇪 შეჯვარება

🇦🇿 cütləşmə

🇲🇽 apareamiento

Etymology

The word 'mating' originated from the Middle English word 'maten', which means 'to match'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, from describing animal behavior to human relationships and mechanical processes. The concept of mating is deeply rooted in the natural instinct of reproduction and forming connections, making it a fundamental aspect of life across species.

See also: inmate, inmates, mates, stalemate.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,048, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.