Definition

Describing something that has breasts or mammary glands.

Example

The female mammate species are known for their nurturing behavior.

Conversation

Did you see that documentary about mammate animals?

Yeah, it was fascinating to learn about their behaviors.

I never knew how nurturing they could be as mammate creatures.

Absolutely! It's amazing how they care for their young.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mammate → It is derived from "mamma" (from Latin, meaning breast or nipple) and the suffix "-ate" (meaning to make or to cause). The word "mammate" refers to something that has a breast-like structure or is related to mammary glands.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mamma' which means breast, and remember that 'mammate' refers to something that has a breast-like structure.

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