reproduction

UK: ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən | US: ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən

Definition

  1. n. the process of producing offspring or new individuals of the same species

  2. n. the act of copying or replicating something, such as a document or artwork

  3. n. (biology) the biological process by which organisms generate new individuals

Structure
re <again>pro <forward>duct <lead>ion <noun suffix>
Etymology

The word "reproduction" originates from Latin roots:

  • "re-" (again) + "pro-" (forward) + "ducere" (to lead), combined with the noun suffix "-ion."
    The term originally referred to the act of "leading forth again," evolving in the 17th century to describe biological procreation and later the replication of objects or ideas. The morphemes reflect a logical progression: "re-" (repetition) + "production" (creating anew).
Examples

  1. The reproduction of endangered species is a key focus of conservation efforts.

  2. This painting is a high-quality reproduction of the original masterpiece.

  3. Bacteria reproduce through a process called binary fission.

  4. The museum displays both original artifacts and their reproductions.

  5. Advances in technology have improved the reproduction of sound in recordings.