production
UK: prəˈdʌkʃən | US: prəˈdʌkʃən
n. the act or process of making or manufacturing something
n. the amount of something that is made or grown
n. a film, play, or other performance presented to the public
production = pro<forward> + duct<lead> + ion<noun suffix>
- pro<forward>: From Latin pro-, meaning "forward" or "for."
- duct<lead>: From Latin ducere, meaning "to lead" or "to bring."
- ion<noun suffix>: A suffix forming nouns indicating an action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word production originates from Latin productionem (nominative productio), meaning "a bringing forth." It combines pro- (forward) and ducere (to lead), reflecting the idea of "leading something forward" into existence. Over time, it evolved to encompass the creation of goods, artistic works, and other outputs. The suffix -ion solidifies its role as a noun describing the process or result of producing.
The factory increased its production of electric cars last year.
The film's production took over two years to complete.
Agricultural production has declined due to the drought.
She works in television production as a director.
The play's production received rave reviews from critics.