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BACKCROSS

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Backcross.

Backcross - as a verb

Mate a hybrid of the first generation with one of its parents

Backcross - as a noun

A throw where the object is caught and then thrown from behind the back.

The act of crossing a hybrid with one of its parents.

An organism produced by such a crossing.

Example Sentences

"The backcross was successful, resulting in a hybrid plant."
"The breeder performed a backcross to improve the desired traits."
"The backcross allowed for the reintroduction of a specific gene."
"Researchers conducted a backcross experiment to study inheritance patterns."
"The backcross increased the genetic diversity in the population."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKCROSS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backcross is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKCROSS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is BACKCROSS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backcross is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKCROSS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is BACKCROSS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backcross is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKCROSS has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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