crossbreeding
/ˈkrɔːsˌbriːdɪŋ/
verb
- To produce offspring by mating two different breeds, varieties, or species.
- They crossbreed their cattle to improve milk production.
- Gardeners often crossbreed roses to get new colors.
- Scientists crossbreed different strains of wheat for disease resistance.
noun
- The process of producing offspring from two different breeds, varieties, or species of plants or animals.
- Crossbreeding of corn has led to higher crop yields.
- Many dog breeds today are the result of intentional crossbreeding.
- The farmer experimented with crossbreeding to create a hardier sheep.
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