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mating

/ˈmeɪtɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does mating mean?

noun, verb

The act of mating, or the state of being mated. In biology, the process of reproduction in which two individuals become sexually paired.

Example

"The birds began their mating ritual, singing sweet melodies to attract a mate."

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