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procreated

 

[ proʊkreɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

biological reproduction

Procreated refers to the act of creating offspring or new individuals through reproduction. This term is often used in biological and reproductive contexts to describe the process by which living organisms produce their own kind. The concept of procreation is fundamental to the continuation of species and is essential for the transmission of genetic material from one generation to the next. In a broader sense, it can encompass various methods of reproduction, including sexual and asexual reproduction.

Synonyms

breed, generate, reproduce

Examples of usage

  • Many species procreated during the spring season.
  • Humans have a natural instinct to procreate.
  • The animals in the sanctuary procreated successfully.
  • Plants can procreate through seeds or cuttings.

Translations

Translations of the word "procreated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 procriado

🇮🇳 सृजन किया

🇩🇪 gezeugt

🇮🇩 menghasilkan

🇺🇦 продемонстровано

🇵🇱 prokreowany

🇯🇵 繁殖された

🇫🇷 procréé

🇪🇸 procreado

🇹🇷 üretilmiş

🇰🇷 생식된

🇸🇦 توالد

🇨🇿 prokreativní

🇸🇰 prokreatívny

🇨🇳 繁殖

🇸🇮 prokreiran

🇮🇸 fæðing

🇰🇿 жаратылған

🇬🇪 შექმნილია

🇦🇿 yaradılmış

🇲🇽 procreado

Word origin

The word 'procreated' comes from the Latin word 'procreare', meaning 'to bring forth', 'to reproduce'. The prefix 'pro-' means 'forth', while 'creare' means 'to create'. This term has evolved over time, finding its place in various languages and contexts, particularly in discussions about biological and familial reproduction. The usage of 'procreate' became increasingly common in English literature by the late 16th century, as it was associated with both scientific discussions around reproduction and moral discussions about family and parentage. Throughout history, procreation has been a central theme in human societies, influencing cultural, social, and legal norms surrounding family structures and reproductive rights.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,741, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.