noun
- the practice of mating animals or plants of different breeds, varieties, or species to produce offspring with desired traits
Usage: biology; agriculture
Examples
- Crossbreeding between different dog breeds can produce healthier puppies.
- The farmer used crossbreeding to develop corn that was more resistant to drought.
- Scientists study crossbreeding patterns in wild bird populations.
- Crossbreeding has helped create stronger livestock over generations.
- The success of crossbreeding depends on selecting compatible parent species.
- Modern agriculture relies heavily on crossbreeding techniques to improve crop yields.