nonreproductive

non·re·pro·duc·tive | \ ˌnän-ˌrē-prə-ˈdək-tiv

Definition of nonreproductive

1 : not reproducing nonreproductive sexual activity especially : not capable of reproducing nonreproductive worker bees

2 : not relating to or affecting the reproductive system nonreproductive organs nonreproductive effects

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Recent Examples on the Web The nonreproductive female was moved to the Rio Grande Zoo on the recommendation of the species survival plan. — Matt Campbell, kansascity, "Kansas City Zoo to breed endangered African wild dogs," 16 May 2017

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“Nonreproductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonreproductive. Accessed 22 Oct. 2020.