Definition: To produce an image or copy of.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! You’ve got the dictionary’s definition, which is quite clear – “To produce an image or copy of.” But what does that really mean? Let's break it down with a little rhyme, you see: “Reproduce” means to make anew, Something similar, just for you! Like copies made, a twin so bright, Or seeds that sprout with all their might. It’s about creating something like the original, but separate and distinct. Think of it like this: A printer reproducing a picture: It makes a copy, doesn't change the original. Animals reproducing: They create offspring – babies! Just like themselves, but new individuals. Plants reproducing: Seeds grow into new plants, similar to the parent plant. Essentially, it’s about duplication, mimicking something already there. Do you have any questions? Can you give me an example of when you might use the word “reproduce”?