Animal Genetics

noun a horse of pure breed, especially one descended from recognized lines

adjective of pure breed; pedigreed

• The owner proudly showcased his prized thoroughbred at the prestigious horse show.
• My neighbor's thoroughbred is always the fastest horse at the racetrack.
• That thoroughbred is a real speed demon on the track!
• She was a thoroughbred in the world of finance, always outperforming her peers.

noun a fictional creature combining the characteristics of a cat and Frankenstein's monster

• The scientist conducted an experiment to create a frankencat by combining different feline DNA.
• I heard a rumor about a frankencat roaming around the neighborhood at night.
• That cat looks like a total frankencat with its mismatched fur patterns.
• The new product was a frankencat of different features from various competitors.

noun A hybrid offspring of a male tiger and a female lion, resulting in an animal with features of both species.

• The tigon is a hybrid cross between a male tiger and a female lion.
• I saw a tigon at the zoo the other day, it was so cool!
• That tigon is one fierce cat!
• Her personality is like a tigon, a unique blend of strength and grace.

noun a breed of domestic cat known for its playful and affectionate nature

• The Abyssinians are a breed of domestic cats known for their intelligence and playful nature.
• I heard that Abyssinians are great at playing fetch and love to climb to high places.
• Those Abyssinians are some cool cats, always getting into mischief.
• The Abyssinians in the office always seem to be plotting something together, like a secret society.

noun A small breed of dog known for its wiry coat and bushy eyebrows, originating from Germany and often used as a companion animal.

• The affenpinscher is a small breed of dog known for its wiry coat and monkey-like face.
• I saw the cutest affenpinscher at the dog park today!
• That affenpinscher is one cool pup!
• Her affenpinscher-like determination helped her succeed in her career.