Reproduction

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌriː.prəˈdʌk.ʃən/

Definitions of reproduction

noun a copy or imitation of an original

Example Sentences

A1 Animals reproduce to create offspring.

A2 Plants use different methods of reproduction, such as seeds and spores.

B1 The process of reproduction involves the transfer of genetic material.

B2 In some species, asexual reproduction is more common than sexual reproduction.

C1 Reproduction is essential for the continuation of a species and genetic diversity.

C2 Advancements in reproductive technology have allowed for assisted reproduction in humans.

Examples of reproduction in a Sentence

formal The process of reproduction in plants involves the transfer of pollen from the stamen to the pistil.

informal Did you know that the reproduction rate of rabbits is incredibly high?

slang I heard that new video game has some crazy reproduction graphics.

figurative The artist's reproduction of the original painting was so accurate, it was hard to tell them apart.

Grammatical Forms of reproduction

past tense

reproduced

plural

reproductions

comparative

more reproductive

superlative

most reproductive

present tense

reproduces

future tense

will reproduce

perfect tense

has reproduced

continuous tense

is reproducing

singular

reproduction

positive degree

reproductive

infinitive

to reproduce

gerund

reproducing

participle

reproducing

Origin and Evolution of reproduction

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'reproduction' originated from the Latin word 'reproductionem', which is derived from the verb 'reproduco' meaning 'to produce again'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'reproduction' has evolved to encompass not just the act of producing offspring, but also the process of creating copies or duplicates of something.