linebreeding

noun line·breed·ing \-ˌbrē-diŋ\

Definition of LINEBREEDING

: the interbreeding of individuals within a particular line of descent usually to perpetuate desirable characters

— line·bred \-ˌbred\ adjective

circa 1879

Medical Dictionary

noun line·breed·ing \-iŋ\

: the interbreeding of individuals within a particular line of descent usually to perpetuate desirable characters—compare inbreeding, outbreeding

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