reproductive
UK /ˌɹiːpɹəˈdʌktɪv/ US /ˌɹiːpɹəˈdʌktɪv/
adj 2noun 1
Definitions
adj
1
Of or relating to reproduction.
In plants, the ability to recognize self from nonself plays an important role in fertilization, […]. Many genes with reproductive roles also have antibacterial and immune functions, which indicate that the threat of microbial attack on the sperm or egg may be a major influence on rapid evolution during reproduction.
2
That reproduces.
noun
1
A reproductive organism (especially such as in an insect).
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