1. to breed or reproduce faster than another group or species
Usage: biology; demographics
2. to practice outbreeding; to mate with individuals from outside one’s own group to avoid inbreeding
Usage: genetics; animal husbandry

Examples

• The invasive species began to outbreed the native population.
• Rabbits can outbreed most other mammals in favorable conditions.
• The farmer decided to outbreed his cattle to improve genetic diversity.
• Conservation programs encourage endangered species to outbreed with related populations.
• Some immigrant communities outbreed the established population over time.
• Breeders often outbreed their dogs to prevent genetic disorders.