reproduce

[ˌriːprəˈdjuːs]

reproduce Definition

• 1. to produce a copy or representation of something
• 2. to 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!

• Example

  The printer can reproduce the image in high quality.

• Example

  The artist reproduced the painting with great accuracy.

• Example

  The species is able to reproduce quickly.

• Example

  The fish will reproduce in the spring.

reproduce Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reproduce

• replicate
• duplicate
• copy
• imitate
• procreate

Antonyms for reproduce

• destroy
• eliminate

Phrases with reproduce

• reproduce asexually

  to produce offspring without the involvement of sex cells or fertilization

  Example

  Some plants can reproduce asexually by budding or fragmentation.

• reproduce sexually

  to produce offspring through the combination of sex cells from two parents

  Example

  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'

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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.'