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breeder

 

[ ˈbriːdər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal breeding

A person who breeds animals, especially as a hobby or for profit. Breeders are responsible for selecting suitable mates to produce desired offspring with specific traits.

Synonyms

animal producer, breeding expert, breeding specialist

Examples of usage

  • The dog breeder specializes in breeding golden retrievers.
  • She is a reputable breeder known for producing healthy puppies.
  • Breeding programs often involve extensive research and planning.
  • Good breeders prioritize the health and well-being of their animals.
  • Responsible breeders participate in genetic testing to prevent hereditary diseases.

Translations

Translations of the word "breeder" in other languages:

🇵🇹 criador

🇮🇳 प्रजनक

🇩🇪 Züchter

🇮🇩 peternak

🇺🇦 розвідник

🇵🇱 hodowca

🇯🇵 ブリーダー

🇫🇷 éleveur

🇪🇸 criador

🇹🇷 yetiştirici

🇰🇷 사육자

🇸🇦 مربي

🇨🇿 chovatel

🇸🇰 chovateľ

🇨🇳 育种者

🇸🇮 rejač

🇮🇸 ræktandi

🇰🇿 өсімдік өсіруші

🇬🇪 მწარმოებელი

🇦🇿 yetişdirici

🇲🇽 criador

Etymology

The word 'breeder' originated in the 16th century, derived from the Old English word 'bredan' meaning 'to beget, procreate'. Over time, the term evolved to specifically refer to individuals involved in animal breeding. Today, breeders play a crucial role in maintaining and improving the quality of various animal species through selective breeding practices.

See also: bred, breed, breeding, crossbreed, crossbreeding, interbreed, interbreeding.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,037, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.