Meaning & Definition of word "Reproduce"

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    Reproduce

    /ˌriːprəˈdjuːs/

    verb:

    • 1. to make a copy or representation of something; to duplicate.
      • Example: The artist was able to reproduce the intricate details of the original painting.
    • 2. to produce a new organism or offspring; to breed.
      • Example: Certain species of frogs reproduce in large groups during the rainy season.
    • 3. to cause something to occur again; to bring about again.
      • Example: Scientists aim to reproduce the experiment to verify the results.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'reproducere', from 're-' meaning 'again' + 'ducere' meaning 'to lead'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    reproduce results:

    to obtain similar outcomes in an experiment or study.

    reproduce a work:

    to create another version of a piece of art or information.

    reproduce rapidly:

    to increase in number or produce offspring quickly.

    Related Words

    duplication:

    the act of making a copy of something.

    offspring:

    a person's child or animal's young.

    imitation:

    the action of using someone or something as a model.

    Slang Meanings of reproduce

    Meaning: To make a baby.

    Example Sentence: They just got married and now they're ready to reproduce.

    Meaning: To create a knockoff or copy something.

    Example Sentence: He can't just reproduce that designer's style and sell it.