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.