full blood
/fʊl blʌd/
noun
- A person or animal of pure breed or unmixed ancestry.
- The kennel specializes in breeding full-bloods for dog shows.
- In the village, the elders are all full-bloods who speak the native language fluently.
- The rancher only keeps full-bloods for his breeding program.
adjective
- Having parents of the same breed or race; purebred (especially of animals).
- Full-blood cattle are often more expensive because of their pure lineage.
- The farm raises full-blood Arabian horses known for their speed and endurance.
- She bought a full-blood German Shepherd from a reputable breeder.
- Of unmixed ancestry; having parents from the same ethnic or cultural group.
- The museum displays artifacts made by full-blood indigenous artisans.
- She proudly identifies as a full-blood Irish American, with both parents born in Ireland.
- He is a full-blood member of the Navajo Nation and participates in traditional ceremonies.
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