fertility
noun
fer·til·i·ty
(ˌ)fər-ˈti-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or state of being fertile
2
: the birth rate of a population
Examples of fertility in a Sentence
She studied the effects of pollution on the fertility of the local fish population.
The doctor ordered a test of his fertility.
The area is known for its soil fertility.
the fertility of his imagination
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Alexey Raksha, who specializes in fertility and mortality statistics, made the comment to Russian business media outlet Vpost.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Through these trials, Tomkins' resilience and leadership underscore her commitment to Future Family's mission of helping people with fertility.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
For example, large areas of land could be utilized far better if efficient methods of watershed control, fertilizer use, weather forecasting, fertility assessment, plantation programming, field selection, planting habits, timing of cultivation, crop survey, and harvest planning were applied.
—Big Think, 12 Mar. 2025
While several other companies operate in the fertility space—such as Progyny, Kindbody, Carrot Fertility, and Lushi—most focus on working with employers.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
Through these trials, Tomkins' resilience and leadership underscore her commitment to Future Family's mission of helping people with fertility.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
For example, large areas of land could be utilized far better if efficient methods of watershed control, fertilizer use, weather forecasting, fertility assessment, plantation programming, field selection, planting habits, timing of cultivation, crop survey, and harvest planning were applied.
—Big Think, 12 Mar. 2025
While several other companies operate in the fertility space—such as Progyny, Kindbody, Carrot Fertility, and Lushi—most focus on working with employers.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Fertility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fertility. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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fertility
noun
fer·til·i·ty
(ˌ)fər-ˈtil-ət-ē
plural fertilities
1
: the quality or state of being fertile
2
: the birth rate of a population
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