in-and-in

[ in-uhnd-in, -uhn- ]

adverb

1. repeatedly within the same family, strain, etc.:

   to breed stock in-and-in.

in-and-in

adjective

1. (of breeding) carried out repeatedly among closely related individuals of the same species to eliminate or intensify certain characteristics

Word History and Origins

Origin of in-and-in¹

First recorded in 1620–30

Example Sentences

Kevin Harvick’s nearly flawless run Sunday ruined any chance of Jimmie Johnson executing his in-and-in playoff strategy.

From Los Angeles Times

It follows from this that where there is much in-and-in breeding the weight of mediocrity will be less, and the peculiarities of the breed will be accentuated.

From Project Gutenberg

The opponents of in-and-in breeding contend that it renders diseases and all other defects hereditary, and that it tends to decrease of size, debility, and a general breaking up of the constitution.

From Project Gutenberg

That such are the common effects of in-and-in breeding, with such skill as it is commonly conducted, all know who have given attention to the subject; and for these reasons the system is regarded with decided disapprobation and repugnance by nine out of ten of the best practical farmers.

From Project Gutenberg

The changes which can be rung on three distinct strains of blood, without in-and-in breeding close enough to be attended with any considerable danger, are innumerable.

From Project Gutenberg