Synonyms of crossbreeds

crossbreeds

noun

plural of crossbreed

as in hybrids

an offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera

a Siamese crossbreed who was atypically black, but had the build and voice of a Siamese

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hybrids
• crossbreds
• mongrels
• crosses
• intercrosses
• outcrosses
• mules
• half-breds

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• purebreds
• thoroughbreds
• full-bloods
• purebloods

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of crossbreeds

At the same time, intentional crossbreeds—often marketed as designer dogs such as cockapoos, maltipoos, and doodles—have surged in popularity. — Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025

These crossbreeds may keep hope alive And while naturally conceived elkhorn and staghorn coral may soon be a thing of the past in Florida, reef restoration groups will keep breeding and replanting them. — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025