self-reproducing
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/sɛlfˌriːprəˈduːsɪŋ/
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/sɛlfˌriːprəˈdjuːsɪŋ/
self-sustaining
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-reproducing' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'reproduce,' where 'self' refers to one's own and 'reproduce' means to produce again.
Historical Evolution
'Reproduce' changed from the Latin word 'reproducere' and eventually became the modern English word 'reproduce.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'reproduce' meant 'to produce again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of reproducing itself without external assistance.
The self-reproducing cells were a breakthrough in biological research.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 09:58