Meaning Of The Word Introgression

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What's The Definition Of Introgression?

introgression in American English
the infiltration of genes from the gene pool of one species into that of another
noun: the introduction of genes from one species into the gene pool of another species, occurring when matings between the two produce fertile hybrids

introgression in British English
noun: the introduction of genes from the gene pool of one species into that of another during hybridization

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