reproductive

UK
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/
US
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/

Translations

reproductiveadjective
more reproductive
Comp.
most reproductive
Super.
UK
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/
US
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/
The reproductive system is essential for the continuation of a species.
Репродуктивная система необходима для продолжения вида.
reproductivenoun
reproductives
pl
UK
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/
US
/ˌriːprəˈdʌktɪv/
Used chiefly in entomology to denote a colony member whose role is to reproduce.

Definitions

reproductiveadjective
Relating to or capable of reproduction.
The reproductive system is essential for the continuation of a species.
Involving the production of offspring or new individuals.
Reproductive strategies vary widely among different animal species.
reproductivenoun
An individual organism, especially in a social insect colony, whose function is to reproduce.
During the swarm, the reproductives leave the nest to start new colonies.