Outbreeding

Synonyms of outbreeding

• outcrossing
• hybridization
• crossbreeding

Antonyms of outbreeding

• inbreeding
• linebreeding
• purebreeding

Collocations of outbreeding

genetic diversity

Frequency: 70 %

Outbreeding can increase genetic diversity within a population.

breeding program

Frequency: 60 %

The zoo implemented an outbreeding program to prevent inbreeding.

population health

Frequency: 50 %

Outbreeding is important for maintaining population health in endangered species.

gene flow

Frequency: 45 %

Outbreeding promotes gene flow between different populations.

species survival

Frequency: 40 %

Outbreeding is crucial for the survival of certain species facing genetic bottlenecks.

Idiomatic Expressions for outbreeding

• Phrase: outbreed the competition
  Meaning: to surpass or outperform others by breeding superior individuals
  Usage: The horse trainer was able to outbreed the competition with a champion stallion.