reproduce

/rɪˈprɒdjuːs/

Definitions

1. verb

to produce or give birth to offspring, especially animals

“The female rabbit will reproduce in the spring.”

2. verb

to make a copy or version of something, especially a document or a sound recording

“You can reproduce the image on the computer screen.”

3. verb

to repeat or imitate something, especially a sound or a phrase

“The parrot will reproduce the bird call.”

4. noun

the act or process of producing offspring

“The reproduction of the species is a vital process in nature.”

5. noun

a copy or version of something, especially a document or a sound recording

“The reproduction of the painting is now on display.”

Synonyms

  • duplicate
  • imitate
  • multiply
  • procreate

Antonyms

  • extinguish
  • sterilize