ENENENEN
FR
ES
RU
IT
TR
UKbreeding
/bɹˈiːdɪŋ/
/ˈbɹidɪŋ/Breeding
[NOUN]1
the process of mating animals, plants, or microorganisms with desirable characteristics to produce offspring with those same traits
3
helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community
Examples
1. It's essential to empty containers that collect rainwater to prevent mosquito breeding.
2. "Poverty can be a breeding ground for crime and immorality, as the devil dances in empty pockets, so we should prioritize our poverty crisis," said the social worker during the community outreach program.
3. Breeding can also save vulnerable breeds of dog.
4. For wetland frogs in the Far North, breeding is urgent.
more