hybrid

English

/ˈhaɪ.bɹɪd/

noun
Definitions
  • (biology) Offspring resulting from cross-breeding different entities, e.g. two different species or two purebred parent strains.
  • Something of mixed origin or composition; often, a tool or technology that combines the benefits of formerly separate tools or technologies.

Etymology

Derived from Latin hybrida.

Origin

Latin

hybrida

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