inbbred

/ˈɪnbriːd/

Definitions

1. adjective

descended from relatives who are closely related by blood, often resulting in genetic disorders or defects

“The royal family’s inbred genetic traits were a subject of concern for its future generations.”

2. noun

the result of interbreeding between individuals who are closely related by blood, often resulting in genetic disorders or defects

“The doctor warned the couple about the dangers of having inbreds due to their close family ties.”

Synonyms

  • blooded
  • lineage
  • stock

Antonyms

  • hybrid
  • outbred