breeding

English

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Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -iːdɪŋ

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
4. (gay slang) Ejaculation inside the rectum during bareback anal sex, usually applied to gay pornography

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.

Derived terms

• breeding ground

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.

Anagrams

• beringed, bigender