mating

• 与动物交配繁殖相关的。

Relating to the pairing of animals for reproduction.

1. Related to reproductionB2formal

   Describing the process or behavior of animals coming together for reproduction.

   交配的

   • The mating season for deer begins in autumn.
   • Birds perform elaborate mating dances to attract partners.
   • The zoo monitors the mating habits of endangered species.

   同义词breedingcopulatorynuptialreproductivesexual

2. Connecting or pairingC1formal

   Describing parts or components that fit together or are designed to join.

   配合的

   • The mating surfaces of the gears must be perfectly aligned.
   • Engineers checked the mating flanges for any gaps.
   • The mating connectors ensure a secure electrical connection.

   同义词complementarycorrespondingcoupledengagingfittinginterlockingjoiningmatchingpaired

• 名词，指同一物种的两个个体结合在一起以进行繁殖的行为或过程。

A noun referring to the act or process by which two individuals of a species come together for the purpose of reproduction.

不可数

1. Animal reproductionB2formal

   The process by which animals pair for reproduction.

   交配

   • The mating season for deer begins in autumn.
   • Birds perform elaborate dances during mating rituals.
   • Scientists observed the mating behavior of penguins.

   同义词breedingcopulationcouplingpairing

2. Pairing or joiningC1formal

   The act of bringing two things together to form a connection.

   连接

   • The mating of the two electrical components was successful.
   • Engineers focused on the precise mating of the gears.
   • The mating of the pipes required careful alignment.

   同义词connectioncouplingjoiningmatchingpairingunion

   反义词divisionseparation

• 动词，指将动物配成对使其交配繁殖；也泛指将事物连接、配对或使结合在一起。

A verb used to indicate the act of pairing or joining together, especially for reproduction or as companions.

1. Breeding or reproductionB2formal

   To come together for the purpose of reproduction, typically used for animals.

   交配

   • The birds mate in the spring.
   • These two dogs were allowed to mate.
   • Scientists observed how the fish mate in the wild.

   同义词breedcopulatecouplemountpairservice

2. Connect or pairB2formal

   To join or fit together, often used in technical or mechanical contexts.

   连接

   • The two parts mate perfectly to form a seal.
   • The gears mate with each other to transfer motion.
   • The connectors mate securely to prevent disconnection.

   同义词connectcouplejoinlinkmatchpair

   反义词detachdisconnectdisjoinseparate