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Inbreeding Definition & Meaning

inbreeding
noun
  1. the act of mating closely related individuals

"Inbreeding" in song lyrics

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  • "learn about inbreeding"
    AOL — AOL
  • "human inbreeding"
    AOL — AOL
  • "results of inbreeding"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does inbreeding mean?
the act of mating closely related individuals
What part of speech is inbreeding?
Inbreeding is a noun.

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