breed

verb
UK /briːd/
US /briːd/

to keep animals so they can have babies.

My uncle breeds rabbits on his farm.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. a type of animal or plant with particular features.

This breed of dog is very friendly.

3. to cause something to happen or develop.

Dirty water can breed disease.

4. a kind or sort of person or thing.

He is a rare breed of honest politician.