breeding
/ˈbriːdɪŋ/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6504 in the learning path
繁殖；育种
Definitions
n. Animal reproduction, or controlled reproduction of animals and plants.
繁殖；育种
n. Polite behaviour learned through someone's upbringing.
教养
Example
We avoid disturbing the birds during the breeding season.
我们在繁殖季节避免打扰鸟类。
Selective breeding can improve crop yields, but it may also reduce genetic diversity within agricultural systems.
选择性育种能够提高作物产量，但也可能降低农业系统内的遗传多样性。
Collocations
- breeding season
- selective breeding
- captive breeding
- breeding programme
Word family
- breed (v.)
- breeder (n.)
Usage tip
breeding侧重繁殖或人工育种；breed作名词指品种。
FAQ
- What does breeding mean?
- Animal reproduction, or controlled reproduction of animals and plants. Polite behaviour learned through someone's upbringing.
- How is breeding pronounced?
- UK /ˈbriːdɪŋ/, US /ˈbriːdɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
