Reproductive

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /rɪˈprɑː.dək.tɪv/

Definitions of reproductive

adjective relating to or involved in reproduction or the production of offspring

Example Sentences

A1 Animals have reproductive organs that help them create offspring.

A2 Plants have different reproductive strategies to ensure the continuation of their species.

B1 Understanding the reproductive process is essential for farmers to increase crop yields.

B2 Reproductive health education is important for individuals to make informed decisions about their bodies.

C1 Advancements in reproductive technology have revolutionized the field of assisted reproduction.

C2 The study of reproductive genetics has led to breakthroughs in understanding hereditary diseases.

Examples of reproductive in a Sentence

formal The reproductive system is responsible for producing offspring.

informal She's studying about the reproductive process in biology class.

slang I heard they're having a talk about reproductive health at the clinic.

figurative The company's new marketing strategy is like a reproductive cycle, constantly generating new leads.

Grammatical Forms of reproductive

past tense

reproduced

plural

reproductives

comparative

more reproductive

superlative

most reproductive

present tense

reproduces

future tense

will reproduce

perfect tense

has reproduced

continuous tense

is reproducing

singular

reproductive

positive degree

reproductive

infinitive

to reproduce

gerund

reproducing

participle

reproducing

Origin and Evolution of reproductive

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'reproductive' originated from the Latin word 'reproducere', which is a combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'producere' meaning 'to bring forth'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a biological context to describe the process of producing offspring, the term 'reproductive' has evolved to encompass a wider range of meanings related to the ability to reproduce or create new things in various fields such as technology, art, and culture.