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verb ADV. in captivity | successfully | commercially | selectively fish that have been selectively bred for their appearance PREP. for dogs that are bred for their fighting ability | from She's a lovely cat. Will you breed from her?, noun type of animal ADJ. new | rare | hardy VERB + BREED keep a farm that keeps rare breeds PREP. ~ of a new breed of dairy cattle particular type of person ADJ. new | dying, rare Entertainers of this sort are now a dying breed. PREP. ~ of a new breed of international criminals PHRASES a breed apart Health workers are a breed apart in their commitment and dedication to duty.
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