Definition

A person or animal that produces offspring, especially in the context of animals or plants.

Example

The breeder carefully selected the best dogs for the competition.

Conversation

I met a really interesting breeder at the pet fair yesterday.

Oh really? What kind of animals do they breed?

They specialize in dogs, especially rare breeds.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to get a puppy from a responsible breeder.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Breeder → It is formed from "breed" (from Old English "bredan", meaning to bring forth or produce) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A breeder is a person who brings forth or produces animals or plants.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'brings forth' ('breed') new life — that's what a breeder does.

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