n. 1. One who, or that which, breeds, produces, brings up, etc. [ 1913 Webster ]
She was a great breeder. Dr. A. Carlyle. [ 1913 Webster ]
Italy and Rome have been the best breeders of worthy men. Ascham. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A cause. “The breeder of my sorrow.” Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]