Pronunciation: /aʊtˈbriːdɪŋ/
noun the breeding of animals or plants with individuals from outside the immediate family or breeding group
A1 Outbreeding can help increase genetic diversity in a population.
A2 Farmers often practice outbreeding to improve the quality of their livestock.
B1 Outbreeding can lead to healthier offspring with a lower risk of genetic disorders.
B2 Geneticists study the effects of outbreeding on different species to understand its impact on evolution.
C1 The process of outbreeding requires careful selection of mating pairs to achieve desired traits.
C2 Outbreeding strategies are essential in conservation efforts to preserve endangered species.
verb to breed with individuals from outside the immediate family or breeding group
A1 Farmers outbreed their livestock to improve genetic diversity.
A2 Many animal species benefit from outbreeding to prevent inbreeding.
B1 Conservationists use outbreeding as a strategy to maintain healthy populations.
B2 Selective outbreeding can lead to desirable traits in plants and animals.
C1 Researchers are studying the effects of outbreeding on various species in controlled environments.
C2 The process of outbreeding requires careful planning and monitoring to achieve desired outcomes.
formal Outbreeding is a common practice in animal husbandry to improve genetic diversity.
informal Some breeders believe that outbreeding can lead to healthier offspring.
slang People in the farming community often talk about the benefits of outbreeding.
figurative In a metaphorical sense, outbreeding can be seen as a way to introduce new ideas and perspectives into a group.
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