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Definitions of pure-bred word

adjective pure-bred of or relating to an animal, all of whose ancestors derive over many generations from a recognized breed. 1
noun pure-bred a purebred animal, especially one of registered pedigree. 1
adjective pure-bred A pure-bred animal is one whose parents and ancestors all belong to the same breed. 0

before 1865

One of the 28% newest English words

First recorded in 1865-70; pure + bred

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