Definitions

1. adjective

descended from or having a family history of interbreeding, often resulting in a loss of genetic diversity

“The geneticist warned that excessive inbreeding could lead to increased susceptibility to certain diseases.”

2. verb

to breed or produce offspring within a small or isolated group, often resulting in a loss of genetic diversity

“The royal family’s practice of marrying within their own ranks has been criticized for being inbred.”

3. noun

an animal or plant produced by inbreeding

“The breeder warned that the inbred puppy was at a higher risk of developing health problems.”