Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
domesticate
verb
/dəʊˈmɛstɪkeɪt/
Definition
To tame and keep an animal or plant for use or companionship.
Examples
- Humans have been trying to domesticate wild animals for thousands of years.
- Farmers domesticate crops to improve their yield and resilience.
- Many dogs are domesticated from wolves, showcasing significant behavioral changes.
Meaning
The process of adapting wild plants and animals for human use, making them more amenable to living alongside humans.
Synonyms
- tame
- cultivate
- train
- adapt
