outcrossing
/aʊtˈkrɔsɪŋ/
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- The breeding of animals or plants that are not closely related, especially to introduce new genetic traits.
- Outcrossing is often used by farmers to improve the health of their livestock.
- The gardener practiced outcrossing between two varieties of tomato to create a more disease-resistant plant.
- Many dog breeders recommend outcrossing to reduce the risk of inherited health problems.
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