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propagating

/prəˈpeɪɡeɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does propagating mean?

verb

To cause something to spread or be spread, especially an idea, disease, or plant. To continue to produce or multiply, especially plants.

Example

"The gardener was propagating new plants from cuttings in the greenhouse."

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