interbreed
[in-ter-breed]
verb (used with object), in·ter·bred, in·ter·breed·ing.
to crossbreed (a plant or animal).
to cause to breed together.
verb (used without object), in·ter·bred, in·ter·breed·ing.
to crossbreed.
to breed or mate with a closely related individual, as in a small, closed population.
Origin of interbreed
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different, diverse, varied, carnal, incorporate, mingle, associate, blend, fuse, infuse, stir, weave, disordered, alloyed, united, assorted, motley, diversified, tied, conglomerateExamples from the Web for interbred
Historical Examples of interbred
It is highly probable, however, that after introduction into this country as a domestic animal it has interbred with the Wild Cat.
The Cambridge Natural History, Vol X., MammaliaFrank Evers Beddard
Here it may be worth while to say a few words about the general belief that dogs in Alaska are interbred with wolves.
Ten Thousand Miles with a Dog SledHudson Stuck
This species and the spotted deer have interbred, and the hybrid progeny survived.
Natural History of the Mammalia of India and CeylonRobert A. Sterndale
They have interbred with the Arabs to some extent, but have preserved in a marvellous way their individuality as a race.
The Black BoxE. Phillips Oppenheim
This animal has bred in captivity, and has also interbred with domestic cattle.
Natural History of the Mammalia of India and CeylonRobert A. Sterndale
interbreed
verb -breeds, -breeding or -bred
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