Copulation
/kɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The act of coupling or joining; union; conjunction.
Sentence Examples
After realizing copulation, the female praying mantis usually devours the male.
The female mantis devours the male after copulation.
CEFR Practice Quiz
After realizing ____, the female praying mantis usually devours the male.