reproduction

noun

1. (countable, uncountable)The act of reproducing new individuals biologically.

   “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. (countable, uncountable)The act of making copies.

   “Unauthorized reproduction of this article is prohibited.”

3. (countable, uncountable)A copy of something, as in a piece of art; a duplicate.

   “Jim was proud of the Rembrandt reproduction he owned.”

4. (countable, uncountable)A method for reproducing a bug or problem.

   “Could you file a bug at on the issue tracker with a minimum reproduction so that we can investigate?”