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Definition of hybridnext
as in mixed
being offspring produced by parents of different races, breeds, species, or genera a hybrid rose called "American Beauty" was actually first developed in France

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as in cross
an offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera a tangelo is a hybrid of the tangerine and the grapefruit

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Recent Examples of hybrid
Adjective
Another step is to take on the Toyota 4Runner, Jeep Wrangler, and Ford Bronco with a new Xterra using V6 and hybrid powertrains. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 23 Sep. 2026 IonQ and the Korean quantum technology company will also work together to develop the accompanying hybrid data center. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026
Noun
In a July study in Frontiers in Psychology, remote workers reported the highest levels of positive well-being among roughly 7,700 healthcare employees surveyed across fully remote, hybrid and on-site roles. — Cordilia James, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026 Her younger sibling, George, is a 500-gallon hybrid pot and column that’s utilized for more experimental spirits, including Virginia rum and apple brandy. — Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hybrid
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hybrid
Adjective
  • There were mixed weather reports in the middle of the week, with some predicting rain for Friday night.
    — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Targeting a critical processing gap Rare earth separation involves converting mixed material into individual oxides used across advanced manufacturing and other strategic industries.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The fast-acting aluminum sulfate formula works faster than traditional styptic pencils and every stick is single-use and disposable for maximum hygiene — no cross-contamination, ever.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Prevent cross-contamination by using separate cutting boards and storing raw meat, poultry, and seafood on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
    — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 18 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Labradoodles are a crossbreed between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • While the findings aren’t a condemnation of any one specific crossbreed, the study’s authors hope the new information will help dispel ongoing myths about designer dogs.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 19 Mar. 2026

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“Hybrid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hybrid. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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