procreation
noun
UK/ˌprəʊ.kriˈeɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌproʊ.kriˈeɪ.ʃᵊn/
Definitions of procreation noun
- Uncountable
The process of producing offspring, whether young animals or babies.
This study explores how environmental factors influence the procreation abilities of organisms.
In some cultures, procreation is seen as a vital purpose of marriage.
In biology, procreation is a fundamental mechanism for the continuation of a species.