General
best-in-breed
What does best-in-breed mean?
Describing a product or solution regarded as the top performer in its specific class.
"We picked best-in-breed tools rather than one all-in-one suite."
Origin
From dog and livestock breeding competitions.
Frequently asked questions
What does best-in-breed mean?
The top performer in its specific category. A best-in-breed approach picks the strongest individual tool for each job rather than one all-in-one suite.
Where does 'best-in-breed' come from?
From dog and livestock shows, where 'Best in Breed' is awarded to the finest example of a particular breed. Business borrowed it for the best product in a class.
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