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Vocabulary Entry
mated
|verb • adjective • noun
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V
verb
To join together or unite, especially in a way that involves reproduction.
Example Sentences
"The male and female birds mated in the spring."
"Scientists are studying how different species mate in the wild."
"After a courtship period, the couple finally mated."
A
adjective
Having been joined together as a couple, often in the context of breeding.
Example Sentences
"The mated pair of swans glided gracefully across the lake."
"They observed the behavior of mated turtles during their nesting period."
"In nature documentaries, mated animals often display unique bonding behaviors."
N
noun
The act of mating or the state of being mated.
Example Sentences
"The mating season for deer typically occurs in the fall."
"During the mating, the male performs a series of elaborate dances."
"Mating can vary greatly among different species in the animal kingdom."