noun

inbreeding

noun

Breeding among closely related members of a population.

"Inbreeding in small isolated populations can lead to genetic disorders."

How to Use Inbreeding

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishReproduction between close relatives, which tends to increase health risks in the offspring.

Common pairings

genetic effects of inbreeding avoid inbreeding

inbreedings plural

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_____ in small isolated populations can lead to genetic disorders.

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