breeder (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈbriːdər/
Definition
A person or animal that mates animals or plants to produce offspring, especially one that does so as a business or hobby to develop or improve particular qualities.
Examples
The cattle breeder was proud of the new bull's impressive lineage.
She works as a professional rose breeder, constantly experimenting with new hybrids.
This award-winning horse is the result of careful breeding by a dedicated breeder.
How to Use breeder
- breeder of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates what type of animal or plant the breeder specializes in. — "He is a well-known breeder of Arabian horses."
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