Meaning of the word crossbred in English

What does crossbred mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crossbred

US /ˈkrɑːs.bred/
UK /ˈkrɒs.bred/

Adjective

produced by crossbreeding; hybrid

Example:
The farmer raised a herd of crossbred cattle.
This dog is a crossbred between a poodle and a labrador.

Noun

an animal or plant that is the result of crossbreeding

Example:
The new rose variety is a beautiful crossbred.
Many farm animals are crossbreds to combine desirable traits.