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viviparous

/ˌvaɪ.ɪˈpærəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does viviparous mean?

adjective

Giving birth to live young, rather than laying eggs. Producing live young, as opposed to laying eggs.

Example

"The viviparous mammals, such as humans and whales, give birth to live young."

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