panmixy

/pænˈmɪksi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or condition of being interbreeding, particularly in the context of genetics where different populations or species interbreed and produce viable offspring.

“The conservation efforts aimed to achieve a state of panmixy among the endangered species.”

Synonyms

  • hybridization
  • interbreeding

Antonyms

  • endogamy
  • inbreeding