Breeding
/ˈbriːdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of mating selected animals to produce desired traits, often regulated under animal husbandry and agricultural law.
The farmer received a license authorizing the breeding of livestock under state agricultural statutes.
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In legal contexts, breeding typically refers to regulated practices involving animals, subject to licensing and compliance with welfare standards.
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