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crossbreed
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crossbreed
the offspring produced by such a breeding

crossbreed [′krȯs‚brēd]
(biology)
To propagate new individuals by breeding two distinctive varieties of a species. Also known as outbreed.


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We were running late, and the dogs, crossbreeds of wild wolf and domesticated husky, were ready to ride.
Ouimet crossbreeds malamutes into huskies to combine the power of a malamute with the endurance of a husky.
He also notes that crossbreeds are lower maintenance, produce more milk per hectare, and have tough, black feet and well-attached udders.
 
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