CEFR C1

outcrossing

noun

Meaning

The introduction of unrelated or distantly related individuals into a breeding population to increase genetic variation and reduce the risk of inbreeding.

Examples

Outcrossing is a common strategy used in agriculture to maintain the health and productivity of livestock breeds.
Geneticists study the effects of outcrossing on the long-term viability of endangered species in captive breeding programs.

Synonyms: cross-breeding, hybridization, outbreeding

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outcrossing (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌaʊtˈkrɔːsɪŋ/

Definition

The introduction of unrelated or distantly related individuals into a breeding population to increase genetic variation and reduce the risk of inbreeding.

Examples

Outcrossing is a common strategy used in agriculture to maintain the health and productivity of livestock breeds.
Geneticists study the effects of outcrossing on the long-term viability of endangered species in captive breeding programs.
The breeder carefully selected a mate from another kennel to ensure successful outcrossing for his prize-winning dogs.

How to Use outcrossing

outcrossing (noun): The act or process of outcrossing. — "The geneticist recommended outcrossing to improve the herd's resistance to disease."
outcrossing of (prepositional phrase): Specifying the population or group undergoing outcrossing. — "The outcrossing of the endangered wolf population was crucial for its survival."

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