How to Pronounce Cross-breeding

To pronounce "cross-breeding", say CROSSBR-eed-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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CROSSBR-eed-ing

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"cross-breeding" has 3 syllables: crossbr-eed-ing.

What does cross-breeding mean?

verb

  1. To breed separate strains of the same species in order to create new traits.
  2. To breed members of similar albeit distinct species, for example, horse X donkey = mule

noun

  1. A type or instance of breeding separate strains of the same species in order to create new traits.
  2. A type or instance of breeding members of similar albeit distinct species. i.e. horse + donkey = mule

Related words

crossbreedingcrossingoutcrossxbreedingbackcrossbastardizationintercrossingbackcrossing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cross-breeding"?▾

"Cross-breeding" has 3 syllables: crossbr · eed · ing.

What does "cross-breeding" mean?▾

Cross-breeding: To breed separate strains of the same species in order to create new traits.

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