reproduce Definition
- 1to produce a copy or representation of something
- 2to have babies or young animals
Using reproduce: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reproduce" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The printer can reproduce the image in high quality.
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The artist reproduced the painting with great accuracy.
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The species is able to reproduce quickly.
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The fish will reproduce in the spring.
reproduce Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with reproduce
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Some plants can reproduce asexually by budding or fragmentation.
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Most animals reproduce sexually, with the exception of some species of reptiles and insects.
reproduce someone's success
to achieve the same level of success as someone else
Example
The company hopes to reproduce the success of their previous product launch.
Origins of reproduce
from Latin 're-' meaning 'again' and 'producing'
Summary: reproduce in Brief
To 'reproduce' [ˌriːprəˈdjuːs] means to create a copy or representation of something, such as an image or painting. It can also refer to the act of having babies or young animals, either sexually or asexually. Examples include 'The printer can reproduce the image in high quality.' and 'The species is able to reproduce quickly.'