Nonreproductive

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any creature that cannot reproduce.

    "In ant societies, the nonreproductives do particular tasks that benefit “the queens,” who reproduce."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Not able to reproduce; sterile. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Not of or pertaining to reproduction. not-comparable

Example

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"In ant societies, the nonreproductives do particular tasks that benefit “the queens,” who reproduce."

Etymology

From non- + reproductive.

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