breedingsequence
nounUK /ˈbriːdɪŋ ˈsiːkwəns/
US /ˈbriːdɪŋ ˈsiːkwəns/
A breeding sequence is the order in which animals have babies one after another.
The scientists watched the breeding sequence of the frogs over several weeks.
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2. A planned series of steps used to raise and mate animals.
The farm follows a strict breeding sequence to keep the herd healthy.
3. The order of genetic events that lead to new plants or animals.
Researchers mapped the breeding sequence of the rare flower.
4. A set of breeding stages arranged in a fixed order.
Each breeding sequence in the program lasts about three months.