crossbbred

/ˈkrɒsbɹɛd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Produced or obtained by crossing two different breeds or varieties of plant or animal.

“The farmer was proud of his crossbred cattle, which produced high-quality milk.”

2. noun

A plant or animal that has been produced by crossing two different breeds or varieties.

“The breeder had a collection of crossbred dogs, each with unique characteristics.”

3. verb

To produce or obtain a crossbred plant or animal.

“The geneticist was experimenting with crossbreeding different species of plants.”

Synonyms

  • hybrid
  • interbred

Antonyms

  • purebred