breeder
noun/ˈbridər/
Frequency rank: #9,031 most common English word
Meaning
A person or animal that produces offspring, or someone who breeds animals or plants professionally.
Example sentence
The local breeder raises dogs with exceptional temperaments and sells them to loving families.
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