Definitions

1. noun

A person or organization that breeds animals, especially for profit.

“The breeder had a reputation for raising prize-winning dogs.”

2. noun

A person or organization that produces or cultivates something, especially in large quantities.

“The company was a major breeder of genetically modified crops.”

3. verb

To produce or cultivate something, especially in large quantities.

“The company bred new strains of wheat to increase crop yields.”

4. verb

To raise or bring up someone or something, often for a particular purpose.

“The organization bred a new generation of leaders.”