What does nonreproductive mean?
Nonreproductive means Not able to reproduce; sterile..
Nonreproductive
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Not able to reproduce; sterile..
Definitions by Sense
- Not able to reproduce; sterile.
- Not of or pertaining to reproduction.
- (biology) Any creature that cannot reproduce.
Example Sentences
In ant societies, the nonreproductives do particular tasks that benefit “the queens,” who reproduce.
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Word Forms
- nonreproductives
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In ant societies, the nonreproductives do particular tasks that benefit “the queens,” who reproduce.
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