Pronunciation: /ˈbriːdɪŋ/
noun the producing of offspring by animals or plants
A1 Breeding rabbits is a popular hobby.
A2 Selective breeding can improve the quality of crops.
B1 The breeding of endangered species is crucial for their survival.
B2 Animal breeding programs require careful planning and management.
C1 The breeding of thoroughbred horses is a complex and lucrative industry.
C2 Genetic engineering has revolutionized the field of animal breeding.
verb gerund or present participle of breed
A1 The farmer is breeding chickens for eggs.
A2 She enjoys breeding different types of flowers in her garden.
B1 The conservation program focuses on breeding endangered species in captivity.
B2 The horse breeder has been successful in breeding champion racehorses.
C1 The scientist is researching new techniques for breeding genetically modified crops.
C2 The breeder carefully selects traits for breeding to improve the overall quality of the breed.
formal Selective breeding is a common practice in agriculture to improve crop yields.
informal My neighbor's dog is in heat, so they're thinking about breeding her with a purebred.
slang Some backyard breeders are only in it for the money, they don't care about the health of the animals.
figurative The breeding of new ideas is essential for innovation in any field.
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