half-breds

Definition of half-bredsnext
plural of half-bred
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hybrids
Noun
  • Heirloom cherry tomatoes have a shorter shelf life than hybrids, but their flavor overrides their shortcomings.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026
  • The sport has evolved since the turn of the century, going from V10s — which had a roaring sound that became part of F1’s history and identity — to V8s from 2006, and then to V6 hybrids from 2014.
    Luke Smith, New York Times, 6 May 2026
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“Half-breds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/half-breds. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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