purebred

adjective

pure·​bred ˈpyu̇r-ˈbred 

-ˌbred

: bred from members of a recognized breed, strain, or kind without admixture of other blood over many generations

purebred

ˈpyu̇r-ˌbred 

noun

Synonyms

• thoroughbred

Examples of purebred in a Sentence

that horse is a purebred Arabian

Recent Examples on the Web

Rover's list differs from other rankings like the one from the American Kennel Club, the world's largest registry of purebred dogs. —Sarah Scanlan, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2025

Here's how to submit an audition Owners are encouraged to send in a photo or a 60- to 90-second video of their purebred golden retriever through a form on their website with these specifications. —Hailey Roden, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Aug. 2025

Beginning this August, dog owners across the U.S. are invited to submit their purebred golden retrievers for a chance to carry on the legacy of the beloved canine star. —Michaela Zee, Variety, 8 Aug. 2025

She and her husband, Kyle Dadson, own Dadson Farms in Paso Robles which raises and sells purebred show pigs. —Hannah Poukish, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for purebred

• abovesaid
• aforesaid
• arrowhead
• casinghead
• copperhead
• figurehead
• fountainhead
• gingerbread
• hammerhead
• infrared
• leatherhead
• letterhead

Kids Definition

purebred

adjective

pure·​bred -ˈbred 

: bred from members of a recognized breed, strain, or kind without cross-breeding over many generations

purebred

-ˌbred 

noun

Medical Definition

purebred

adjective

pure·​bred -ˈbred 

: bred from members of a recognized breed, strain, or kind without outbreeding over many generations

purebred

-ˌbred 

noun