Simple meaning
What does Breed mean?
A breed is a kind within an animal species.
Dictionary definition
A type of animal within a species.
Example sentences
Breed in a sentence
easy
We learned the meaning of breed in science class.
medium
The reading passage used breed to describe an animal or nature idea.
hard
Understanding breed helped the group explain the article more clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Breed
animalRelated term often seen in science vocabulary.
natureAnother nearby term with a different exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
plantContrast for context.
nonlivingAnother contrast for meaning.
Word family
Breed word family
Base word
breed
noun
breed
Base form.
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What does breed mean?
Breed means a breed is a kind within an animal species.
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