Entity: BREED
BREED is a term with various meanings, including producing offspring, a specific type of domesticated species, and a pejorative slang term used in different contexts.
BREED
Etymology
The word 'breed' originates from Old English 'bredan,' meaning 'to bring young to birth' or 'cherish.'
Definition
BREED can mean to produce offspring, procreate, or engender. It can also refer to a specific type of domesticated species, such as a poodle or Great Dane.
Historical Context
Throughout history, breeding has been essential for the continuation and improvement of various species, including plants and animals.
Cultural Significance
BREED has cultural significance in terms of animal husbandry, selective breeding, and the preservation of specific traits in domesticated species.
Related Concepts
- Breeder (slang): A pejorative term used by some to describe parents who allegedly over-focus on their children.
- Urban Dictionary Definition: Refers to a sexual act without protection.
See Also
To produce offspring; procreate; engender. Can also refer to a specific type of domesticated species.