Definition

A type of domesticated animal or plant that has adapted to its local environment and culture over time.

Example

Farmers often choose to grow landrace varieties because they are well-suited to the local climate.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a landrace?

Yeah, I think it's a type of plant or animal that adapts to its environment, right?

Exactly! I read that they can be really important for biodiversity.

That makes sense, especially with how much farming has changed over the years.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Landrace → The word is formed from "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or soil) and "race" (from Latin *ratio*, meaning a kind or variety). The term refers to a local variety of a species that has adapted to its environment, particularly in agriculture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'land' as the ground where plants grow and 'race' as a kind or variety — together, they describe a local variety of plants that thrive in a specific area.

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