reproducible
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/ˌriːprəˈduːsəbl/
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/ˌriːprəˈdjuːsəbl/
(reproduce)
create again
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reproducible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reproducere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'producere' meant 'to lead forth.'
Historical Evolution
'reproducere' transformed into the French word 'reproduire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reproduce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead forth again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being reproduced.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being reproduced or duplicated with the same results.
The experiment was reproducible, yielding the same results each time.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45