Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

domesticated

Adjective

/dəˈmɛstəˌkeɪtɪd/

Definition

Made tame or adapted to live with humans.

Examples

Dogs are domesticated animals that can live happily in people’s homes.
Many species of plants have been domesticated for agriculture.
The domesticated cat is a favorite pet for many families.

Meaning

The term ‘domesticated’ refers to animals or plants that have been bred and trained by humans for use as companions, work animals, or food sources. These organisms have typically lost much of their wild instinct in favor of traits that are beneficial for living alongside humans.