mismate Definition
- 1to match unsuitably or incorrectly
- 2to pair animals or plants that are not genetically compatible
Using mismate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mismate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The curtains and the carpet mismate each other.
Example
The farmer mismated the two breeds of cows, resulting in weak offspring.
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The artist intentionally mismated colors to create a jarring effect.
mismate Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: mismate in Brief
The verb 'mismate' [mis-meyt] means to match unsuitably or incorrectly, or to pair animals or plants that are not genetically compatible. It is often used to describe objects or organisms that do not go well together, such as 'The curtains and the carpet mismate each other.'
