Copulate
/ˈkɒpjʊleɪt/
To engage in sexual intercourse, typically used in formal contexts.
Examples
- The study noted that the species only copulates once a year.
- They have been copulating for several years.
- Scientists observed the primates copulating in their natural habitat.
- She copulated with her partner last night.
- Copulate during the breeding season is common among many bird species.
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