NOUN: "the common shiner [fish] the male of which has [easily spotted markings] in the breeding season" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "the common shiner [fish] the male of which has [easily spotted markings] in the breeding season" Crossword Answer

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BREEDING (noun)
1. the sexual activity of conceiving and bearing offspring
2. the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior)
BREEDING (adjective)
1. producing offspring or set aside especially for producing offspring
SPOTTED (adjective)
1. having spots or patches (small areas of contrasting color or texture)

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