verb
- produced offspring; reproduced
Usage: past tense of procreate; formal
Examples
- The species procreated successfully in the protected habitat.
- Ancient civilizations believed gods procreated to create new deities.
- The endangered animals procreated in captivity under careful supervision.
- Scientists studied how the organisms procreated in laboratory conditions.
- The royal family procreated to ensure succession to the throne.
- Many species have procreated for millions of years without human intervention.