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inbred
01
born or developed as a result of reproduction between closely related members within a group of animals, plants, or people
Examples
In agriculture, inbred crop varieties are often developed to ensure consistent traits and uniformity in the harvest.
The royal family's insistence on marrying within their bloodline resulted in a history of inbred monarchs.
02
(of beliefs or traits) deeply rooted within a person, often acquired from one's family, cultural background, or experiences
Examples
A sense of independence and self-reliance seems inbred within this frontier community.
An inbred distrust of outsiders can be seen across many isolated indigenous cultures.
