reproduction
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
R0 is a basic reproduction number measuring the contagion potential of a virus, so an R0 of 2.7 means one infected person will spread it to 2.7 other people on average.
From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026
The heat and fluctuations in rainfall affect reproduction.
From Slate • May 10, 2026
The bill aims to regulate more tightly an industry that has been accused of turning reproduction into a commodity and exploiting poor, vulnerable women.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
Because many offspring hatched together and reproduction occurred more frequently than in mammals, this strategy increased the odds that at least some would survive, without requiring prolonged parental investment.
From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026
Perhaps there were no virtues, unless jumping at pin-pricks was a virtue, and humanity only a mechanical donkey led on by the iron carrot of love, through the pointless treadmill of reproduction.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
Vocabulary lists containing reproduction
Power Prefix: re-
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Word Generation Science - Life Science
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Genetics - Inheritance and Variation of Traits
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
