Copulation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈkä-pyə-ˌlāt/ cop·u·late

Meaning & Definition of Copulation

Copulation (verb)

  1. to engage in sexual intercourse

Copulation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis

    "female pandas are receptive to copulation for a short time once a year"

    similar: coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating, coupling, intercourse, lovemaking, mating, relations, sex, sex act, sexual intercourse, sexual relations, getting it on, making love
    related: fornication, safe sex, carnality, sexuality, breeding, insemination, dalliance, hanky-panky, whoopee

Related Entry: Copulate (verb)

Copulate is a different word from Copulation. The synonyms below are for copulate, not for copulation.

  1. to engage in sexual intercourse

    "the time of year when deer in the wild are likely to copulate"

    similar: breed, mate, sleep, do it, have sex
    related: fool around, fornicate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Copulation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Copulation:

coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating, coupling, intercourse, lovemaking, mating, relations, sex, sex act, sexual intercourse, sexual relations, getting it on, making love

Related Words for Copulation

fornication, safe sex, carnality, sexuality, breeding, insemination, dalliance, hanky-panky, whoopee

Word Forms of Copulation

Inflections: copulated, copulating

Derived words: copulation (noun), copulatory (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Copulation

Latin copulatus, past participle of copulare to join, from copula see copula

First known use: 1630

Frequently Asked Questions about Copulation

What does "Copulation" mean?

"Copulation" means to engage in sexual intercourse. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to engage in sexual intercourse.

What is another word for "Copulation"?

Other words for "Copulation" include coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating, coupling, intercourse and lovemaking. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Copulation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Copulation"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Copulation". Common alternatives include coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating, coupling, intercourse, lovemaking, mating and relations.

How do you use "Copulation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Copulation" in a sentence: "female pandas are receptive to copulation for a short time once a year".

Is "Copulation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Copulation" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Copulation"?

"Copulation" is pronounced /ˈkä-pyə-ˌlāt/ and divided into syllables as cop·u·late.

What is the origin of the word "Copulation"?

"Copulation" comes from Latin copulatus, past participle of copulare to join, from copula see copula. First known use: 1630.

What is another word for "Copulation" meaning "sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis"?

When "Copulation" (noun) means sexual union involving penetration of the vagina by the penis, synonyms include coition, coitus, commerce, congress, copulating and coupling.