Interbreed

Pronunciation: /ˈˌɪntɝˈbɹid/

Interbreed (verb)

  1. To mate and produce offspring between two groups of animals or plants that are related but not the same.
  2. For two populations to exchange genes through mating, leading to shared traits over generations.

Examples

  • Two species can interbreed in the same habitat.
  • Farmers interbreed different lines to improve traits.