reproductively
|re-pro-duc-tive-ly|
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/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪvli/
(reproductive)
related to reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reproductively' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reproductivus,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'producere' meant 'to bring forth.'
Historical Evolution
'reproductivus' transformed into the French word 'reproductif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reproductive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring forth again,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to reproduction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to reproduction or the ability to reproduce.
The species is reproductively active during the spring.
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Last updated: 2025/07/11 20:10