noun
- the breeding of individuals from different genetic lines or populations to increase genetic diversity
Usage: biology; genetics
Examples
- Outcrossing helps prevent genetic disorders in animal populations.
- The botanist studied outcrossing patterns in wildflower species.
- Many plants rely on outcrossing to maintain genetic health.
- Farmers use outcrossing techniques to develop stronger crop varieties.
- The research focused on outcrossing rates in isolated populations.
- Outcrossing can introduce beneficial traits from other genetic lines.