Synonyms for spawn

Synonyms for (noun) spawn

Synonyms: spawn

Definition: the mass of eggs deposited by fish or amphibians or molluscs

Similar words: egg

Definition: animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds


Synonyms for (verb) spawn

Synonyms: spawn

Definition: lay spawn

Usage: The salmon swims upstream to spawn

Similar words: lay

Definition: lay eggs

Usage: This hen doesn't lay


Synonyms: engender, spawn, breed

Definition: call forth

Similar words: cause, do, make

Definition: give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

Usage: cause a commotion; make a stir; cause an accident


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