reproductive
UK: ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv | US: ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv
adj. relating to or capable of producing offspring or new growth
adj. pertaining to the biological process of reproduction
adj. (of a system or process) designed to replicate or duplicate something
The word "reproductive" combines the Latin prefix re- (meaning "again"), the root product (from Latin producere, "to bring forth"), and the suffix -ive (forming adjectives). It originally emerged in the 17th century to describe biological processes of generating new life. Over time, its meaning expanded to include mechanical or systemic replication (e.g., "reproductive technology"). The morphemes logically progress from repetition (re-) to creation (product) to the resulting state (-ive).
The reproductive cycle of frogs involves both aquatic and terrestrial stages.
Advances in reproductive medicine have improved fertility treatments.
Some plants use wind as a reproductive mechanism to disperse seeds.
The artist focused on the reproductive accuracy of the printing technique.
Environmental factors can significantly impact reproductive health in animals.