English · Word Candidate

reproduce

/ˌɹiː.pɹəˈdjuːs/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: reproduces · reproducing · reproduced

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To produce an image or copy of.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To generate or propagate offspring or organisms sexually or asexually.

Verb

Examples

The 12-page ruling notes that “Marriage is when a man and a woman are willing to live together, to build a husband and wife relationship to reproduce their offspring […] . Marriage is, therefore, reserved for only a man and a woman.” Other parts in the verdict also mention that members of the LGBTQI

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “reproduce” mean?

To produce an image or copy of.

Is “reproduce” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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