Backcrossing
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Backcrossing is a noun meaning (genetics) The crossing of a hybrid with one of its parents or an individual genetically similar to its parent.
Meaning
(genetics) The crossing of a hybrid with one of its parents or an individual genetically similar to its parent.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of backcross
Word Forms
- backcrossings
- back-crossing
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crossing, intercrossing, crossback, intercross, doublecross, outcrossing.
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