Definition of "crossbreeding" [crossbreeding]

• Present participle of crossbreed. (verb)

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• "Scott P. Greiner, extension agent for animal science at Virginia Tech, told those present that mixing breeds of cattle in reproduction, or "crossbreeding," spawns desirable traits that can make offspring keep healthier and live longer."
• "Since then, he has been busy crossbreeding indie filmmaking, the web, brand marketing and creative services."
• "Using conventional crossbreeding techniques, the team then managed to create a peanut with significantly reduced levels of the allergy-causing proteins."