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Synonyms: Verb
multiply, procreate, propagate, reproduce
Synonyms: Noun
class, description, feather, genre, ilk, kidney, kind, like, manner, nature, order, sort, species, strain, stripe, type, variety
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He got into the business of breeding cattle. The plants are bred to resist disease and drought. She believes that we are breeding a generation of children who know nothing about the history of their country.Noun
The collie is a working breed. a new breed of athlete
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While attending high school, Detroit-born-and-bred Ross enrolled in cosmetology school, practicing hairstyles on herself as well as taking neighbors as clients. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "Happy 75th Birthday, Diana Ross! The Pop Icon’s Best Beauty Looks of All Time," 26 Mar. 2019 The South Island’s mountainous, dramatic southwestern coast is home to breeding colonies of the Fiordland penguin, though the animals don’t maintain residence there year-round. 15. — Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, "20 Things You Didn't Know About ... Penguins," 6 Nov. 2018 It’s music born and bred in the streets of New York, with danceable Latin influence and beats. — Leila Cobo, Billboard, "The Times Have Changed: What 'I Like It' Hitting No. 1 Means to Latin Music," 3 July 2018 Bacteria breed fast and evolve quickly, and over time many species will evolve a resistance to one antibiotic or another. — Avery Thompson, Popular Mechanics, "Scientists Found 'Superbugs' in Remote Arctic Wilderness," 29 Jan. 2019 During breeding and chick-rearing on land, when foraging opportunities are restricted, Fiordlands, like other penguins, can lose 50 percent of their body mass. — Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, "20 Things You Didn't Know About ... Penguins," 6 Nov. 2018 Originally the phrase was used only in those breeding grounds of empire, the public schools. — New York Times, "Notes From the Book Review Archives," 18 May 2018 Fewer than 450 North Atlantic right whales remain, including just over 100 breeding females. — Sarah Kaplan, Washington Post, "These whales will be extinct in 25 years, scientists say — unless we act now to save them," 20 Apr. 2018 Fewer than 450 North Atlantic right whales remain, including just over 100 breeding females. — Sarah Kaplan, BostonGlobe.com, "N. Atlantic right whales will be extinct in 25 years, scientists say - unless we act now to save them," 20 Apr. 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
The overall risk for dogs was low, starting at 0.3 to 2 percent, depending on the breed. — Stacey Burling, Philly.com, "Penn study: Summer puppies more prone to heart disease," 21 May 2018 The plastic breeds were on full display floating along Bayou St. John at the Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo on Sunday (May 20). — Chris Granger, NOLA.com, "A sunny Sunday full of music, food and flotation devices at Bayou Boogaloo: Photos," 20 May 2018 These small air pockets, which slightly resemble tiny grapes, actually gave sargassum its name, derived from the Portuguese word for a breed of grapes. — Jacob Sweet, miamiherald, "Lots of sun, and brown slimy seaweed, in the forecast for South Florida beaches," 3 July 2018 Heritage Foods is an online butcher known for heirloom breeds: Think Red Wattle prosciutto or these mildly gamey Dorset Horn chops. — Ashley Mason, Bon Appetit, "7 Online Butchers That Bring Quality Meat to Your Doorstep," 22 June 2018 The same goes for any breed with a long, thick coat. — USA TODAY, "Don't let puppy love blind you to the expense of having a dog," 22 June 2018 Initially, Speier's SB 861 called for mandatory insurance and identity microchips for breeds perceived as dangerous. — Michael Livingston, latimes.com, "2005 battle over pit bulls revived for some dog lovers considering California's governor's race," 23 May 2018 Made from the softest wool produced by certain breeds of goats, such as the Zalaa Ginst white goat and Tibetan Plateau goat, cashmere was once reserved for the wealthiest fashionistas. — Kim Bhasin, Bloomberg.com, "Why a Cashmere Sweater Can Cost $2,000 … or $30," 19 Apr. 2018 The first thought was bloat — a twisted gut, always a possibility for large-chested breeds like his boxer–pit bull mix. — Janice Gary, Longreads, "Bang and Vanish," 18 Apr. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'breed.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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