Crossbreed (Verb)
Meaning
Breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties; "cross a horse and a donkey"; "Mendel tried crossbreeding"; "these species do not interbreed".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Scientists at the lab have been trying to crossbreed the two strains of wheat to produce a more disease-resistant variety.
- Farmers often crossbreed their cattle to create hybrid animals that produce more milk and are healthier.
- In an effort to create a new species of orchid, the botanist decided to crossbreed two different types that were known for their vibrant colors.
- The company's goal was to crossbreed these two popular breeds of dog to create a new, hypoallergenic pet.
- The beekeeper's experiment involved crossbreeding a European honey bee with an Italian honey bee to create a new species with desirable traits.