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Breeding
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the process of mating animals, plants, or microorganisms with desirable characteristics to produce offspring with those same traits
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elegance by virtue of fineness of manner and expression
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helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community
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the production of animals or plants by inbreeding or hybridization
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the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior)
breeding
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producing offspring or set aside especially for producing offspring
Example
The breeding pair of eagles generated several offspring over the years.
The yearling's playful antics entertained visitors at the breeding farm.
Agricultural practices often involve selective breeding to engender crops with desirable traits.
Mass migration of animals occurs annually during the breeding season.
The oysters spat during the breeding season, releasing their larvae into the water.
