outbreeding
|out/breed/ing|
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/ˈaʊtˌbriːdɪŋ/
(outbreed)
exceed in breeding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outbreeding' originates from the English prefix 'out-' meaning 'beyond' and the word 'breeding' from Old English 'brēdan' meaning 'to produce offspring'.
Historical Evolution
'outbreeding' evolved from the combination of 'out-' and 'breeding', maintaining its meaning related to producing offspring beyond close genetic relations.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'breeding beyond close relations', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the practice of breeding from parents not closely related, to increase genetic diversity.
Outbreeding is often used to prevent genetic disorders in animal populations.
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Last updated: 2025/02/07 19:36