mates的意思是：n.?[英]夥伴( mate的名詞復數 )；同伴；（非正式）配偶；（熟練工人的）助手。
mates 用法和例句：
Butterflies can use ultraviolet markings to find healthier mates .
蝴蝶可以利用紫外線標記找到更加健康的配偶。
Such sites are often used to find and attract potential mates .
這類網站常常被用於找尋和吸引可能的配偶。
Two malenorthern elephant sealsfighting fiercely for mates .
圖為兩只北方象海豹因為爭奪配偶而猛烈的打鬥。
Irregular stripes would let potential mates know that someone was not up to snuff .
不規則的條紋會讓潛在的配偶知道有人沒有達到標準。
Male crickets who guarded their mates against predators gained mating opportunities and offspring .
雄性蟋蟀保護其配偶不受掠食者的害贏，從而贏得交配的機會和繁衍子孫。