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interbred

interbred

7.4
Having parents who are close relatives, like brothers or sisters
  • adjective
  • /ˌɪntərˈbrɛd/
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  • The researcher observed that the population was largely interbred due to isolation.

Examples

  • The zoo monitors the genetics of its animals to avoid interbred offspring.

  • Some species have become endangered because their interbred status leads to genetic weaknesses.

  • The interbred species showed unique characteristics.

  • Many interbred plants are more resilient to disease.

  • The gardener planted interbred roses to create a more colorful garden.

  • The conservation program aims to prevent the interbred species from losing genetic diversity.

  • Farmers often choose interbred animals for breeding to enhance certain traits.

Synonyms

inbred
vsinterbred
  • Specialized
12 8.6

Born from parents who are closely related over several generations

is about breeding from closely related parents often within a single generation

How Inbred

inbred
  • Specialized
12 8.6
interbred
7.4
crossbred
4.8
outbred
  • Specialized
1 7.7

Surface Forms

interbred positive

Morphology

interbred = interbreed (transparent) = inter + breed + ed

The adjective is formed by adding the regular past-participial suffix '-ed' to the verb 'interbreed', so knowledge of 'inter-' + 'breed' yields the meaning.

Etymology

The word interbred comes from the parts inter- meaning 'between' and breed meaning 'to produce young'. So, interbred describes animals or plants born from parents that mated 'between' members of the same family or group, which is why it means offspring of closely related parents.