Reproduction

/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The process of producing offspring or new individuals.
The reproduction of certain species can take place through both sexual and asexual means.
The act of copying or reproducing something, such as art, music, or literature.
The reproduction of the famous painting was carefully overseen to ensure its quality.
The process of creating a copy or duplicate of an object.
The reproduction of the ancient manuscript was done using advanced printing techniques.

Etymology

From Latin 'reproductio', meaning 'a bringing forth again'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

art reproduction
A copy of an original piece of art.
sexual reproduction
A biological process by which offspring are produced through the fusion of gametes.
asexual reproduction
A form of reproduction that does not involve the fusion of gametes.

Related Words

replicate
To make an exact copy of something.
procreation
The act of producing offspring.
clone
An organism or cell that is genetically identical to another.

Slang Meanings

Repro
That old movie is a repro since it was remade recently.
Baby making
They are all about that baby making right now!