REPRODUCTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Reproduction.
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Reproduction - as a noun
The process of generating offspring
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
biological processorganic processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Recall that is hypothesized to work by storing the original stimulus input and reproducing it during recall
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reproductive memoryCopy that is not the original; something that has been copied
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
replica11replication15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
copy11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of making copies
Example: "Gutenberg's reproduction of holy texts was far more efficient"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
replication15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
copying15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The sexual activity of conceiving and bearing offspring
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breeding12facts of lifeprocreation15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sex activitysexual activitysexual practiceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Sexual reproduction involves the exchange of genetic material between two parents."
"The reproduction of bacteria can occur through a process called binary fission."
"Some plants can reproduce asexually through a process called vegetative reproduction."
"The purpose of reproduction is to ensure the survival and continuation of a species."
"The reproduction of flowering plants involves the process of pollination."
Word Game Points
Is REPRODUCTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reproduction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REPRODUCTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is REPRODUCTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reproduction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREPRODUCTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is REPRODUCTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reproduction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREPRODUCTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
