Breed ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Breed ( verb )

1. To produce young animals, especially by sexual reproduction.
2. To cause to multiply or increase.
3. To rear or raise (animals) for a particular purpose.

Origin:

Old english brǣdan; akin to old high german brēten to roast, latin frictus, past participle of frigere to fry.

Examples:

1. The sheep are bred for their wool.
2. They are breeding a new strain of rice.
3. She bred a litter of puppies.
4. The dog was bred to be a hunting companion.
5. He was breeding a new type of horse.

(As a noun)

Breed ( noun )

1. To produce young animals, especially by sexual reproduction.
2. To cause to multiply or increase.
3. To rear or raise (animals) for a particular purpose.

Origin:

Old english brǣdan; akin to old high german brēten to roast, latin frictus, past participle of frigere to fry.

Examples:

1. The sheep are bred for their wool.
2. They are breeding a new strain of rice.
3. She bred a litter of puppies.
4. The dog was bred to be a hunting companion.
5. He was breeding a new type of horse.