breeding

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Derived terms 1.4 Verb

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -iːdɪŋ

[edit] Noun

breeding (uncountable)

1. The process through which propagation, growth or development occurs.

   Your dog has had good breeding.

2. The act of insemination by natural or artificial means
3. The act of copulation in animals

[edit] Adjective

breeding (no comparative or superlative; used only before the noun)

1. Of, relating to or used for breeding.

   Your toothbrush is a breeding ground for bacteria.

[edit] Derived terms

• breeding ground

[edit] Verb

breeding

1. Present participle of breed.

   Through genetic manipulation and harsh training, I am breeding a species of super-dogs to take over the world.