landrace

English

/ˈlændˌɹeɪs/

noun
Definitions
  • (often) Any local variety of a domesticated animal or plant species that has adapted over time to its ecological and cultural environment (including, in some cases, its work).

Etymology

Compound from English land (real estate, urine) + English race (fruits, having a characteristic taste, etc).

Origin

English

race

Gloss

fruits, having a characteristic taste, etc

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