I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ transitive verb
Etymology: back (II) + cross
: to cross (a first-generation hybrid) with one parent or with an individual of the same genetic composition as the parent
II. noun
( -es )
: an instance of backcrossing ; also : an individual produced by backcrossing
III. adjective
Etymology: backcross (II)
: of, relating to, or produced by a backcross or by backcrossing