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Inbreeding

Verb / ˌɪˈnbri:dɪŋ / Another word for inbreeding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Inbreeding is the mating of closely related individuals within a family or a small group.

Synonyms & similar words

self-fertilization interbreeding crossbreeding in-crossing endogamy consanguinity in-mating nepotism clannishness familialism tribalism exogamy outbreeding heterogamy diversification variation hybridization mixing

Example sentences

  1. Inbreeding can lead to genetic defects.
  2. Some dog breeders use inbreeding to create purebred dogs.
  3. Inbreeding is common in some royal families.
  4. The tribe practiced inbreeding to keep their bloodline pure.
  5. Inbreeding can reduce the genetic diversity of a population.

Quotes

  • Inbreeding inevitably leads to a decrease in vigor, size, and fertility... Charles Darwin
  • Nature is constantly seeking to check inbreeding and to eliminate weaklings... Luther Burbank
  • Inbreeding is the supreme law of animal life, as it is of human life... Konrad Lorenz

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