Meaning of the word "like breeds like" in English

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

like breeds like

US /laɪk briːdz laɪk/
UK /laɪk briːdz laɪk/
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Idiom

people or things tend to produce others that are similar to themselves, especially in terms of behavior or character

Example:
The father's criminal behavior was passed to the son; like breeds like.
In that violent neighborhood, like breeds like, and the cycle of aggression continues.