domesticated
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Tamed and bred to live with or be useful to humans, rather than living wild.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Dogs were among the first animals to be _____ by humans."
Answer: domesticated
In your own words, what does "domesticated" mean?
Tamed and bred to live with or be useful to humans, rather than living wild.
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