procreative-enhancing
|pro-cre-a-tive-en-hanc-ing|
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/ˌproʊkriˈeɪtɪv ɪnˈhænsɪŋ/
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/ˌprəʊkriˈeɪtɪv ɪnˈhɑːnsɪŋ/
enhancing reproductive ability
Etymology
'procreative-enhancing' originates from the combination of 'procreative,' which comes from Latin 'procreare,' meaning 'to beget,' and 'enhancing,' from Old French 'enhancier,' meaning 'to raise or elevate.'
'procreare' transformed into the English word 'procreate,' and 'enhancier' evolved into 'enhance,' eventually forming the modern English term 'procreative-enhancing.'
Initially, 'procreative' meant 'to beget or produce offspring,' and 'enhancing' meant 'to elevate or improve.' Together, they evolved to mean 'improving reproductive capabilities.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to something that enhances or improves the ability to reproduce or create offspring.
The new supplement is marketed as a procreative-enhancing product.
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Last updated: 2025/04/15 19:46