breed specially

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To raise animals for a particular, special purpose.

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Examples (10)

  • These poodles were specially bred to have a unique coat color for dog shows.
  • The champion stallion was specially bred from a lineage of winners for its incredible speed.
  • Farmers specially breed certain cows to maximize milk yield and quality.
  • The laboratory mice are specially bred to have a genetic predisposition to certain diseases.
  • Merino sheep have been specially bred for centuries to produce the finest wool.
  • We will specially breed these falcons to enhance their hunting abilities.
  • Were these exotic fish specially bred to display such vibrant colors?
  • Guide dogs for the blind are specially bred for their calm temperament and high intelligence.
  • This type of corn was specially bred to be resistant to common pests.
  • Many modern farm animals are the result of being specially bred over generations for desirable traits.